Cognitive TestsThese scientific assessment tools are aimed at evaluating different mental functions, such as memory, reasoning, verbal or perceptual skills as well as academic abilities, such as reading, writing or mathematics.
Commonly, cognitive tests (e.g. WISC) are requested by schools when teachers or parents highlight that a child is struggling academically, to support the identification of learning difficulties that may be hindering the child’s educational progress. An important aspect of these tests is to identify a child’s strengths and to understand how they try to make sense of the world around them, so that the assessment can provide information on how to build on their skills. |
QuestionnairesThere are numerous standardised questionnaires that can be used to detect and assess a number of psychological difficulties in adults and in children, including depression, anxiety, hyperactivity or conduct problems, obsessive-compulsive symptoms or post-traumatic stress disorder. They are typically used for formal assessments for schools or insurance companies but can also inform therapy if considered necessary.
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Creative ToolsCreative tools, such as story-telling, play, picture cards or artwork can often add interesting insights and provide an alternative means of expression during assessment as well as therapy.
Projective tests, such as the Child Apperception Test, can also be used to identify psychological difficulties and give an indication of emotional functioning. |