Essentials of Processing Assessment
Fully updated and revised step-by-step guidance with the latest research findings and tests for organizing processing assessments, selecting appropriate instruments, interpreting results, and identifying processing deficitsNow in its second edition,Essentials of Processing Assessmentprovides critical information about this important aspect of cognitive functioning. This practical resource provides students and practitioners with the tools they need to accurately and efficiently assess an individual's ability to process information.As part of the Essentials of Psychological Assessment series, this book provides information mental health professionals need to practice knowledgeably, efficiently, and ethically in today's behavioral healthcare environment. Each concise chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as "Test Yourself" questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered.Updated throughout, including four new chapters and a new companion CD-ROM including all worksheets and testing charts,Essentials of Processing Assessment, Second Editionoutlines a cross-battery approach to selecting appropriate assessment measures and reviews key instruments. Packed with indispensable guidelines on organizing a processing assessment and interpreting results, theSecond Editionoffers the best one-stop source of information for students and practitioners to identify processing strengths and weaknesses and plan appropriate interventions.