Diagnostic services

This represents a pivotal step in the therapeutic process, where the psychologist analyzes the information gathered during the clinical interview and initial assessments to gain a precise understanding of the client’s difficulties. Diagnosis relies on a scientific approach that combines clinical observation, multiple psychological tests, and internationally recognized criteria for identifying mental disorders as outlined in ICD-11.

The Wechsler Intelligence Scales Test (WISC/WAIS) is a psychological test to measure the level of intelligence and cognitive abilities in children or adults.

It measures:

Verbal comprehension: measures the ability to use and understand language.
Working memory: measures focus and the ability to retain and process information.
Perceptual/visual-spatial reasoning: Measures the ability to solve problems using logical reasoning and visual imagery.
Processing speed: Measures the speed and accuracy of handling simple information.

Its importance:

It helps in identifying mental abilities, strengths, and weaknesses.
It is used in diagnosing learning difficulties or mental retardation.

Beck Depression Inventory

A self-test that measures symptoms of depression, with each set of questions focusing on one symptom of depression.

The following are some components of the test:

Pessimism about the future
Dissatisfaction and hesitation when making decisions
Self-harm, disappointment, and distress
Self-blame and low self-esteem
Feeling tired and exhausted
Loss of appetite and weight loss

Stanford-Binet Intelligence Test

The Binet intelligence test is considered one of the most famous and reliable intelligence tests. It is a standardized scientific measure that is appropriate to the age and mental abilities that develop in a person as they get older.

The Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales – Fifth Edition – measures nonverbal and verbal abilities in five different areas:

ADHD test

The test measures the degree of hyperactivity and attention deficit and identifies the type of disorder.

1) Distraction:

Its proportion is higher among females than males.

2) Hyperactivity and impulsivity:

Symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity are more common in males. Its proportion is higher among males than females.

3) Common type:

It includes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and is the most common type. The child exhibits almost all the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and impulsivity to the same degree.

CARS test for measuring autism

The Autism Rating Scale for Children can be used with children whose mental development is below normal.

This test is a tool for assessing a child’s behavior, characteristics, and abilities, and comparing them with what the World Health Organization has approved regarding the rate of developmental progress for each age group.

Some of the most important characteristics measured by this CARS test are:

Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)

A multi-stage psychological test that examines a person’s personality aspects.
It is one of the reliable tests for personality traits, and it can differentiate between psychological diagnoses.

Some aspects that can be measured include:

The results of the scale can be used to identify the qualities that distinguish a person from others.

Vineland Social Maturity Scale

It measures:

Communicating and interacting with others.
Self-care and self-reliance.
Adapting to the demands of daily life.
Appropriate social behaviors.

It’s importance:

Knowing the level of social maturity compared to peers.
Develop individualized treatment or educational plans.
Enhancing independence and social skills.
Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of social adaptation.

Taylor Anxiety Scale

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