Psychological Assessment Terms

noun sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing

adjective having sharpness or keenness

• The doctor tested the patient's visual acuity to determine if they needed glasses.
• I can't believe how good his acuity is, he never misses a detail.
• Her acuity when it comes to picking out the best deals is unmatched.
• His acuity in problem-solving is like a sharp blade, cutting through any obstacles in his way.

noun a person's facial expression or manner that indicates their mood or emotional state

verb have an effect on; make a difference to

• The economic downturn is expected to greatly affect the company's profits.
• Staying up late can really affect your productivity the next day.
• Dude, skipping breakfast totally affects my mood.
• His words had a profound affect on her decision to pursue a different career path.

noun a test designed to assess a person's ability or potential to learn or perform certain tasks

• The company requires all job applicants to take an aptitude test to assess their skills and abilities.
• I have to take an aptitude test for my job interview next week.
• I heard the aptitude test for that position is a piece of cake.
• Life sometimes feels like an endless aptitude test, constantly challenging us to grow and learn.

noun a spot or stain, especially of ink on paper

verb to make a spot or stain on something

• The ink blot on the document made it difficult to read.
• She accidentally spilled coffee on her shirt, leaving a blot.
• I can't believe you made such a blot on your test paper.
• The scandal was a blot on the politician's reputation.

noun a detailed account of an individual's past medical treatment and health status

• The psychologist reviewed the patient's case history before making a diagnosis.
• The doctor checked out the case history before giving any treatment.
• The teacher peeped the case history before deciding on the punishment.
• In order to understand her behavior, you have to look at her case history like a detective examining clues.

verb to identify or determine the nature of a medical condition or problem through analysis and examination

• The doctor was able to diagnose the patient's illness after conducting several tests.
• The mechanic diagnosed the problem with my car pretty quickly.
• I diagnosed the issue with my computer by Googling the error message.
• She was able to diagnose the underlying cause of the company's financial troubles.

noun a determination of the nature of a cause of a disease

verb diagnose (to identify a disease or problem by examining and analyzing symptoms)

adjective diagnostic (relating to the identification of a disease or problem)

• The doctor provided a detailed diagnosis of the patient's condition.
• The doc figured out what was wrong with the patient.
• The doc nailed the diagnosis for the patient.
• The diagnosis was like a puzzle piece fitting perfectly into place.

adjective relating to or used for the diagnosis of an illness or other problem

• The doctor ordered a series of diagnostic tests to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.
• The doc is gonna run some tests to figure out what's wrong.
• The doc is gonna do some tests to see what's up.
• The diagnostic process is like solving a puzzle to uncover the underlying issue.

noun a point or way in which people or things are not the same

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• The key difference between the two theories lies in their approach to problem-solving.
• I can't tell the difference between these two brands of soda.
• There's a big diff between studying for a test and actually understanding the material.
• She could sense a subtle difference in his tone, indicating a change in his mood.

noun the quality or state of being disagreeable

• The disagreeableness of the situation was evident in the tense atmosphere during the meeting.
• I can't stand the disagreeableness of his attitude towards everything.
• Her constant disagreeableness is really getting on my nerves.
• The disagreeableness of the weather mirrored my sour mood.

adjective A term used to describe someone who is lacking in intelligence or mental strength.

• The psychologist diagnosed the patient as feeble-minded due to their low cognitive abilities.
• Some people mistakenly believe that individuals with disabilities are feeble-minded.
• Don't listen to him, he's just feeble-minded.
• The feeble-minded argument presented by the opposition was quickly dismantled by the expert debater.

noun a representation of a human or animal figure

adjective relating to or consisting of figures, especially human or animal figures

• The artist used figural representations in his latest series of paintings.
• I'm not really into figural art, I prefer abstract pieces.
• That figural sculpture is totally rad!
• Her words had a figural meaning that went beyond their literal interpretation.

noun a process of recognizing or distinguishing someone or something

adjective used to describe something that is able to be identified or recognized

• The identification process involves verifying a person's identity through official documents.
• Make sure to bring your identification with you when you go to the airport.
• I left my ID at home, can I still get in without identification?
• The author's use of vivid imagery in the novel serves as a form of identification for readers to connect with the story.

noun a mood of verbs expressing simple statement of fact

adjective serving as a sign or indication of something

• The data collected is indicative of a larger trend in consumer behavior.
• Her reaction was indicative of how much she enjoyed the movie.
• His choice of clothing is indicative of his laid-back personality.
• The storm clouds gathering overhead were indicative of the impending bad weather.

noun A forecast of the likely outcome or course of a disease or situation

• The doctor provided a detailed prognosis for the patient's condition.
• The doctor said the prognosis looks good for your recovery.
• The prognosis is that you'll be back on your feet in no time.
• Despite the challenges, she maintained a positive prognosis for the project's success.

noun a person who replies to something, especially one supplying information for a survey or questionnaire

• The respondent in the court case provided a detailed written statement.
• The respondent said they would be happy to attend the meeting.
• I heard the respondent is not planning to show up for the interview.
• The respondent to the survey question was overwhelmingly positive.

verb to eliminate or exclude something as a possibility

preposition used together to indicate the action of eliminating or excluding something

• In order to make an accurate diagnosis, we must rule out all other possible causes of the symptoms.
• Before jumping to conclusions, let's rule out any other explanations for what happened.
• I wouldn't rule out the possibility of us winning the game tonight.
• Don't rule out the idea of starting your own business just because it seems challenging at first.

noun a person who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong

verb to believe or have a feeling that someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

• The police have a suspect in custody for the robbery.
• I suspect that she is lying about her alibi.
• I have a hunch that he's the suspect in the case.
• The suspect's guilt hung over the courtroom like a dark cloud.

verb to assess or evaluate again; to reconsider or review

• It is important to reassess the current situation before making any decisions.
• Let's take a step back and reassess what we're doing.
• We need to rethink this whole thing and reassess our approach.
• Sometimes we need to reassess our priorities in life to find true happiness.

noun the recollection or remembrance of the past, especially of one's own life experiences or medical history

• The doctor conducted a thorough anamnesis to gather information about the patient's medical history.
• The nurse asked a lot of questions during the anamnesis to understand the patient's health background.
• The doc did a deep dive into the anamnesis to figure out what's going on with the patient.
• In a way, anamnesis is like peeling back the layers of a person's health history to uncover the root causes of their issues.

noun the study or science of symptoms, especially of the signs of disease

• The doctor carefully analyzed the patient's symptomatology before making a diagnosis.
• The nurse asked about my symptomatology to better understand what was wrong.
• I described my symptomatology to the pharmacist and they recommended a medication.
• The symptomatology of economic downturns often includes layoffs and decreased consumer spending.

noun emotion: a natural instinctive state of mind deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.

• The development of emotion recognition technology has advanced significantly in recent years.
• I find it fascinating how emotion recognition software can analyze facial expressions.
• I can't believe how accurate that emotion recognition app is at guessing my mood.
• Learning to read people's emotions is like mastering the art of emotion recognition.

noun a mental health disorder characterized by severe social anxiety, paranoia, eccentric behavior, and unusual beliefs

• Schizotypal disorder is a mental health condition characterized by odd beliefs, behaviors, and difficulty forming relationships.
• My cousin was diagnosed with schizotypal disorder, which explains why he acts so strangely sometimes.
• I heard that dude has schizotypal disorder, that's why he's always so weird.
• Living with schizotypal disorder can feel like being in a world where reality is distorted and relationships are hard to maintain.

adjective causing or contributing to suicidal behavior

• The study found that the environment of the prison was highly suicidogenic.
• The atmosphere in that place is so suicidogenic, it's really depressing.
• I can't stand being in that suicidogenic setting, it's just too much.
• The toxic relationship she was in became increasingly suicidogenic for her mental health.

noun an acronym for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, used to describe a range of difficulties affecting a child's behavior and emotional well-being

• SEMH stands for Social, Emotional and Mental Health, which are important aspects of a child's well-being.
• Teachers are trained to support students with SEMH needs in the classroom.
• Some people struggle with their SEMH, but there are resources available to help.
• Just like physical health, it's important to take care of your SEMH too.

noun a state in which one's thoughts and feelings seem unreal or not to belong to oneself, or in which one feels detached from one's body

• Depersonalization is a psychological state where one feels detached from their thoughts and emotions.
• I experienced depersonalization during the stressful exam period.
• Feeling like you're in a depersonalization funk can really mess with your head.
• The artist's use of abstract shapes created a sense of depersonalization in the painting.

verb to describe or portray someone or something in a way that is not accurate or true

• It is important not to mischaracterize the facts in your research paper.
• Don't mischaracterize what she said, just tell the truth.
• Don't twist the story and mischaracterize what really happened.
• You can't mischaracterize a diamond as just a regular rock.

noun A small set of test questions or problems designed to assess a specific skill or knowledge area.

• The students were given a testlet to assess their understanding of the new material.
• We have a testlet on Friday, so make sure you study!
• I totally bombed that testlet yesterday.
• Life sometimes feels like a never-ending series of testlets that we must navigate.

noun a person or persons who are actively engaged in shooting, typically in a public setting

• Law enforcement agencies have been trained to respond quickly to active shooters.
• If you ever encounter active shooters, run and hide as fast as you can.
• Dude, did you hear about those active shooters causing chaos downtown?
• The negative thoughts in my mind are like active shooters, constantly attacking my peace.

noun Adequation is a noun that refers to the act of making something adequate or suitable for a particular purpose.

• The adequation of the data to the research question was thoroughly examined.
• We need to make sure the data matches up with the research question.
• The data better be on point with the research question.
• The data and research question need to dance in perfect harmony.

adjective a term used to describe something that does not provide a diagnosis or identification of a specific condition or disease

• The adiagnostic approach allows for a broader perspective when analyzing a complex issue.
• I prefer taking an adiagnostic stance before jumping to conclusions.
• I'm all about that adiagnostic life - no labels or judgments.
• Her adiagnostic mindset is like a blank canvas, ready to absorb new information without bias.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

• The suspect admits to being at the scene of the crime.
• She admits to eating the last piece of cake.
• He finally admits to having a crush on her.
• The company admits to its mistakes and promises to do better in the future.