A foundation for comprehensive courses on personality assessment and testing, and for professionals in the field. The presentation evolves from the historical to the contemporary practices, while emphasizing the limits and advantages of the procedures used today for personality assessment.
Focusing on the assessment of intellectual abilities, this comprehensive text offers updated insights into measuring intelligence in various settings, including educational and clinical environments. It details widely used procedures for administering and interpreting intelligence tests, catering to both individuals and groups. The second edition expands on topics such as testing individuals with disabilities, exploring differences in mental abilities, and discussing contemporary theories and new testing methods for intelligence and related skills.
A proven classic in the field, this edition of Psychological Testing and Assessment features new co-author Gary Groth-Marnat. Building on Aiken’s strong foundation, this edition has been thoroughly updated, offering extensive coverage of new tests, inventories, and scales, the methods used in constructing these psychometric instruments, and the application of them. Greater integration of chapters, enhanced student activities, more opportunities to increase depth through web-based resources, new editions of various tests, greater emphasis on applied aspects of assessment, and revisions in the content and format of college entrance examinations drive Aiken and Groth-Marnat’s twelfth edition. Substantial attention has also been given to neuropsychological assessment, adaptive testing, item response theory, the use of computers in psychological testing, and applications of tests in various contexts.
Exploring the complexities of adult life, this book delves into the psychological, social, and biological changes that occur from early adulthood through later life. It examines key themes such as identity, relationships, and the impact of life transitions. By integrating research findings and real-life examples, the text provides insights into how individuals navigate personal growth and challenges throughout their adult years, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in psychology and related fields.