Understanding Psychological Assessment: A Primer on the Global Assessment of the Client′s Behavior in Educational and Organizational Setting

By Jan J.F. ter Laak

Understanding Psychological Assessment presents a comprehensive overview of the history of psychological assessment and its domains of application. It gives a realistic account of how psychological theory, measurement, and instruments can help the practitioner in understanding, explaining, and predicting a client's problem or question. Using a systematic framework, it also reflects on the history, needs, methods, and consequences of psycho-diagnosis. Using this book as a guide, the practitioners and the students will be able to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the client.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8132110056
• ISBN13: 9788132110057
• Release Date: August 2013
• Publisher: Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd
• Length: 596 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.1" x 9.3"