Psychological Assessments are in-depth looks at the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. The process of testing can vary based on the reason for testing, but it generally involves meeting with a psychologist and completing tasks that provide an understanding of a person’s functioning. The psychologist will provide recommendations based on the results of testing.
Testing has many useful purposes, including:
- Determining intellectual and cognitive functioning
- Providing diagnostic clarification
- Assessing patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, and coping
- Providing recommendations for treatment
- Identifying strengths and resilience
