Since 2020, aggregated from related topics
Psychological assessment is a field within psychology that involves the use of various techniques and tools to measure and evaluate an individual's psychological characteristics, such as their personality traits, cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, and mental health status. This assessment process typically involves the administration of standardized tests, interviews, observations, and self-report measures to gather information about a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The results of psychological assessments are used to diagnose psychological disorders, make treatment recommendations, inform decision-making in various settings (such as schools, workplaces, or the legal system), and assess an individual's overall functioning and well-being.