Watch the video, “What is Stigma?” (Youtube) Then choose at least two other short videos found on YouTube or any other source regarding stigma to watch.
Consult the Mental Measurements Yearbook and locate 3 diagnostic tests psychologists might use with clients.
Research the primary goals of using the tests with clients
The information desired
The anticipated benefit to the client of doing the testing.
Assessment:
Write a 2 to 4 page paper (use APA style: title page, running head, headings if appropriate, and if you cite any references in your paper, a “References” list, you do not need an abstract; title page and reference list do not count in page total) in which you:
Discuss the tests you choose and the ethical concerns with providing a psychological diagnosis for clients. Explain when providing a diagnosis may be in the client’s best interest and when it may not.
Discuss how you would respond to a situation in which you were expected to provide a psychological diagnosis for a client who did not meet criteria for a diagnosis, but who would be ineligible for third-party payment without the diagnosis.
Testing is usually provided by psychologists. What criteria would you use to refer a client for testing?
