A Psychiatrist Orders a Series of Tests Including an IQ

question 36

Essay

A psychiatrist orders a series of tests including an IQ test, personality inventory (MMPI), neuropsychological test (Bender Visual-Motor Gestalt Test), and a brain scan (CT scan) for a 10-year-old boy who has recently been acting aggressively. Explain what each test measures and how the psychiatrist would use the results of each test to help diagnose or rule out potential causes of the boy's behavior.

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Definitions:

Schooling

The amount of time an individual spends in a formal academic setting.

Culture

The attitudes, traditions, artifacts, and behaviors that characterize a group of people.

Distinct Language

A language that is uniquely characterized by its own vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, differentiating it from other languages.

Mode Of Dress

The typical style or manner in which individuals choose to clothe themselves, often influenced by cultural, social, or personal preferences.