Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale

through the use of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, fifth edition (WISC-V). The areas of cognitive processing ability measured include crystallized intelligence, short-term memory, visual-spatial processing, reasoning ability, and processing speed. The subtests measure different cognitive processing abilities combine to form five index scores: Verbal Comprehension, Visual-Spatial, Fluid Reasoning, Working Memory and Processing Speed which all together make up the Full-Scale IQ…

The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fourth Edition (WISC-IV) is an individual test of intellectual ability for children ages 6-16 (Williams, Weiss, & Rolfhus, 2003). The WISC-IV can be used to show discrepancies between a child's intelligence and his or her performance at school (Devena & Watkins, 2012). The analysis of each subtest within the WISC-IV can aid in the diagnosis of learning disabilities. The WISC-IV can also be used to assess a child's cognitive development, with respect…

standardize that test a person’s intelligence and cognitive ability. The Stanford-Binet has five editions. The newest edition is the fifth edition, which is written by Gale H. Rod. The publisher of this intelligence book is Riverside Publication, a Houghton Mifflin Harcourt company (Rod, 2003). The use of the Standford-Binet is to diagnose learning disabilities, cognitive delays, and mental retardation, and placement/classifications for different types of children and adults (Rod, 2003). The…

CLIA waived tests Waived tests are a level of CLIA’s tests which also include moderate and high. Therefore CLIA waived are tests that are extremely simple procedures which can be done in a medical office or at a patient’s home. In order for these tests to be categorized this way, they must be easy and accurate so mistakes usually don’t occur. Also if the test is done incorrectly, there will be no harm done. CLIA has tests available for patients to order online and do at home, but the procedure…

construct of intelligence is largely focused on “individual differences in mental ability” (Drummond, 2004, p. 124) and has over the years had several models postulated in an attempt to theorize its facets. Some of the more prominent models purported includes Thurstone’s Multifactor theory, Vernon’s Hierarchical theory, Guilford’s Model of intelligence, Cattell’s Fluid and Crystallized intelligence and Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligence. Cattell referred to fluid intelligence as being…

Makaya is a 14 year 0 months old young lady; today is her birthday. She is currently enrolled in the 8th grade in Wise County Public Schools. Previous history obtained from her father and self-reporting indicated a past struggle with academics per evidenced on her report cards, D’s and F’s. Her father reported she is currently making A’s and B’s. I asked him what changed? He replied, “She lived with her grandmother until I remarried. When I remarried my wife started working with her and making…

1. Intelligence relates to the way one naturally learns, reasons, problem solves and uses wisdom. Wisdom being when and where to use the knowledge you have. Intelligence is measured by the capacity at which one can do the things listed prior. Intelligence is cognitive behavior. This concept can be explained by looking at the IQ test, they aren’t test, it measures our experiences and knowledge and problem solving. So, if an IQ test measures intelligence then this is what intelligence can be…

Albeit various changes were made and a significant number of new things included, the real gimmicks of the WISC and the WISC-R were kept in place in the WISC-III. The manual gives itemized portrayals of the progressions made in each of the subtests, notwithstanding giving a depiction of the new discretionary subtest, Symbol Search. Generally, the WISC-III manual is moderately simple to utilize. All the data required to direct and score the test is available in this one manual with simple…

Validity Scales Mr. Smith generated tests scores for the Rorschach protocol (R=15 and L=0.67), MCMI (V), and MMPI (VRIN, TRIN) that are considered valid. Furthermore on the MCMI and MMPI, he revealed enough information about himself through his response style (X). His results indicated that he did not attempt to portray himself in a positive way, deny having weaknesses, and shortcomings (L, Y, K). Nonetheless, the patient’s test results on the MCMI and MMPI indicated that the patient is likely…

through the use of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V). The areas of cognitive processing ability measured include crystallized intelligence, short-term memory, visual-spatial processing, reasoning ability, and processing speed. The subtest measure different cognitive processing abilities combine to form five index scores: Verbal Comprehension, Visual-Spatial, Fluid Reasoning, Working Memory and Processing Speed which all together make up the Full Scale IQ score. Daniel…