It differs from the MMY because it is a comprehensive volume describing every test that is currently available for purchase. This reference set does not include information on reliability, validity, and normative development. This book provides measures to some of the most commonly encountered clinical problems. Instruments to measure the problems are included in Part II of volume one and all of volume two. A complete table of contents for both volumes is listed in volume one.
Volume one contains lists of instruments for couples, families, and children.
Volume two contains lists of instruments for adults. Each test contains a description, variable, sample, reliability, validity, location, results and comments. Many of the entries include actual scale items and scoring instructions. This reference book investigates the variables influencing attitude formation and change and the effects of attitudes on individual behavior by listing many attitude scales that have at least minimal reliability and validity. Each scale contains a description, subjects, response mode, scoring, reliability, validity, and comments.