Tema 2 Proceso de Evaluación Psicológica

The process of gathering reliable information about a person through scientific methods to form testable hypotheses about their psychological state.

A structured approach to understand and describe a person's psychological state, often done in the context of therapy or counseling.

A structured approach to assess the effectiveness of psychological interventions and measure changes.

The first step in psychological evaluation, where the reason for the evaluation, the specific issues, and the desired outcome are determined.

Gathering background information about the individual's current situation, past experiences, and relevant factors.

Establishing specific, measurable goals for the evaluation process based on the identified issues.

The second step in psychological evaluation, where hypotheses are formulated and tested based on gathered information.

Making predictions about the client's problems and goals based on the information gathered in the first phase.

Selecting specific aspects of the person's psychological functioning to measure.

Choosing the most appropriate tools, such as tests, questionnaires, or assessments, to measure the selected variables.

The third step in psychological evaluation, where hypotheses are tested through assessments and a case formulation is created.

Planning and executing the chosen assessments, considering the client's individual characteristics and the complexity of the assessments.

Ensuring the client understands the assessments and actively participates in the process.

Analyzing the results of the assessments to determine if the initial hypotheses are confirmed or refuted.

Creating a comprehensive overview of the client's psychological functioning, including their strengths and weaknesses, diagnoses, and potential interventions.

Communicating the findings of the evaluation to the client and other relevant parties, either verbally or through a written report.

The fourth step in psychological evaluation, where a plan for addressing the identified issues is created.

Clearly defining the specific issues that will be targeted in the intervention.

Deciding how to address those issues, including whether to increase, decrease, or implement specific behaviors or traits.

Choosing the best strategies, techniques, and programs to achieve the desired changes.

Formulating predictions about the expected changes that will occur as a result of the intervention.

Organizing the intervention, determining the number of sessions, their specific content, and overall duration.

The fifth and final step in psychological evaluation, where the intervention is implemented and its effectiveness is evaluated.

Selecting the most appropriate assessments to measure the success of the intervention.

Carrying out the planned strategies, techniques, or programs to address the client's needs.

Analyzing the results of the intervention to determine its effectiveness, comparing pre- and post-intervention assessments.

Communicating the results of the intervention to relevant parties, either verbally or through a written report.

Planning for the conclusion of the intervention, either by ending the process or transitioning to ongoing maintenance or follow-up.

A broad purpose of psychological evaluation, encompassing understanding and describing a person's psychological state, including their strengths and challenges.

A specific purpose of psychological evaluation, involving identifying specific mental health diagnoses or conditions.

A purpose of psychological evaluation, focusing on providing guidance and suggesting potential paths for addressing a person's needs or concerns.

A purpose of psychological evaluation, used in contexts like hiring or educational placement, focusing on selecting individuals based on their psychological suitability.

A purpose of psychological evaluation, where the evaluation leads to a plan for therapeutic intervention or support.