Prediction Statistics for Psychological Assessment

By R Karl Hanson

As statistical prediction becomes ubiquitous in many areas of psychology, a comprehensive guide to navigating these tools is needed, one that covers topics pertinent to those in psychology and the social sciences.

As actuarial risk assessment becomes mainstream in many areas of psychology, evaluators need to know how prediction tools work, how to evaluate them, and how to interpret their results in applied assessments.

Prediction Statistics for Psychological Assessment, by R. Karl Hanson, is the first book to teach students and practitioners the nuts and bolts of prediction statistics, while illustrating the utility of prediction and prediction tools in applied psychological practice.

This valuable resource uses real-world examples, helpful explanations and practice exercises to support the use of prediction tools in psychological assessment.

Written in a clear and accessible manner, this user-friendly book helps readers understand how to evaluate and interpret different kinds of prediction tools, appreciate the numeric information used in risk communication, and utilize prediction tools to inform evidence-based decision-making.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433836416
• ISBN13: 9781433836411
• Release Date: December 2021
• Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.0" x 9.9"