Psychological Testing Chapter 2: Historical, Cultural, and Legal/Ethical Considerations

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What type of information do biographical measures usually refer to?

Psychological tests results

Accomplishments and experiences (correct)

Physical health assessments

Opinions and judgments

What do physiological measures provide insights into?

Work experiences

Physical health, psychological state, or performance (correct)

Accomplishments

Historical records

Which of the following is NOT an example of physiological measures?

IQ test scores (correct)

Blood pressure (BP)

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Heart rate

What is the main purpose of biographical measures in psychological assessment?

Report accomplishments and experiences Signup and view all the answers

Besides tests, what other tools are mentioned for psychological assessment in the text?

Physiological measures Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used as an umbrella term for the evaluation methods to better understand characteristics of people, places, and things?

Assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is a test designed to sample and describe?

Individual behaviors or interests Signup and view all the answers

In the context of assessment, what do tests reflect?

Numerical gauges of abilities or attributes Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to methods used to draw inferences about characteristics of people, objects, or programs?

Assessment Signup and view all the answers

What can a test measure according to the text?

Past, present, or future behaviors Signup and view all the answers

In the assessment context, what are judgments based on?

Quantitative and qualitative client data Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the Father of Psychometrics?

Wilhelm Wundt Signup and view all the answers

When did the practice of psychological testing and assessment originate?

Song Dynasty Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced a test to measure adult intelligence at Bellevue Hospital in New York City?

David Wechsler Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the 30-item measuring scale of intelligence developed by Alfred Binet and Theodore Simon?

Identify mentally retarded Paris schoolchildren Signup and view all the answers

What did the Greco-Romans anticipate during the Middle Ages regarding psychology?

Psychological assessment as a specialty within psychology Signup and view all the answers

Which century saw the introduction of the first experimental psychology lab in Leipzig, Germany?

19th Century Signup and view all the answers

What is an ethical consideration when conducting assessments?

Communicating clearly the purpose of diagnosis to the client Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when selecting assessment tools?

Choosing tools with inappropriate content or scoring methods Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to continually assess test security and misuse of testing?

To uphold ethical standards and prevent misuse of assessments Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with assessment findings to ensure client understanding?

Involve the client in the communication process of test results Signup and view all the answers

How should results be disclosed to relevant individuals according to ethical standards?

With the consent of clients as ethically required Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of accommodation in assessment?

To make the assessment more suitable for individuals with exceptional needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key ethical consideration in assessment?

Selecting assessment tools based on personal preference Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of applying ethical principles in real-life scenarios?

Understanding key psychometric terms Signup and view all the answers

Why is ongoing informed consent important in the assessment process?

To ensure clients are continuously aware of the assessment process Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when selecting assessment tools according to the text?

Tools that are culturally appropriate and do not perpetuate stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

Why should one review all pertinent ethical standards when selecting an assessment tool?

To ensure that the chosen tool aligns with ethical guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Measures in Psychological Assessment

Biographical measures usually refer to information about an individual's life history, such as education, work experience, and family background.
Physiological measures provide insights into bodily responses, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and brain activity.
An example of something that is NOT a physiological measure is a person's favorite food.

Purpose of Biographical Measures

The main purpose of biographical measures in psychological assessment is to gather information about an individual's life history to understand their behavior and personality.

Tools in Psychological Assessment

Besides tests, other tools used in psychological assessment include interviews, observations, and biographical measures.

Umbrella Term for Evaluation Methods

The umbrella term used to describe the evaluation methods to better understand characteristics of people, places, and things is "assessment".

Tests and Judgments

A test is designed to sample and describe a person's behavior, abilities, or characteristics.
Tests reflect an individual's performance on a particular task or series of tasks.
Judgments in the assessment context are based on the data collected from tests and other evaluation methods.

Methods and Inferences

The term used to describe methods used to draw inferences about characteristics of people, objects, or programs is "measurement".
A test can measure various aspects of an individual, including cognitive abilities, personality traits, and emotional functioning.

History of Psychological Testing and Assessment

The Father of Psychometrics is considered to be Charles Spearman.
The practice of psychological testing and assessment originated in ancient China, around 2200 B.C.
Alfred Binet and Theodore Simon developed a 30-item measuring scale of intelligence in 1905, with the primary purpose of identifying children who needed special education.
The first experimental psychology lab was introduced in Leipzig, Germany in the 19th century.

Ethical Considerations in Assessment

An ethical consideration when conducting assessments is to avoid cultural bias and ensure the test is fair and valid for all individuals.
It is important to continually assess test security and misuse of testing to prevent cheating and ensure the integrity of the results.
Assessment findings should be presented in a clear and understandable manner to ensure client understanding.
Results should be disclosed to relevant individuals according to ethical standards, taking into account confidentiality and consent.
Accommodation in assessment is used to provide fair access to individuals with disabilities.
Ongoing informed consent is important in the assessment process to ensure individuals understand the purpose and potential consequences of the assessment.
When selecting assessment tools, it is essential to consider the relevance, validity, and reliability of the tool, as well as cultural sensitivity and fairness.

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Learn about the importance of proper test administration, building rapport during testing, and conveying test results clearly in Chapter 2 of psychological testing. Explore the historical, cultural, and legal/ethical aspects of psychological assessments.