Psychological Assessments – Mind what Matters

What are psychological tests?

Psychological assessments are part of a battery which may include interviews, observations, evaluations and surveys. These standardised tests are used to collect information to identify and understand the core issues that a person is facing, and the strengths and difficulties they may experience in their various modes of functioning (e.g. cognitive and behavioural). As such, we are able to ensure that the individual receives the appropriate support and respective learning or workplace accommodations.

Some common reasons for assessments are:

To identify if the individual meets the criteria for a formal diagnosis
To assess eligibility for special school placement or access arrangements during tests and exams
To gain further insight into children’s behaviour in school that affect performance
To determine the next steps for therapy and/or treatment
To provide an updated assessment of current needs

At Mind what Matters, we make use of reliable and contemporary assessment tools to provide various tests for both youth (under 18 years old) and adults (above 18 years old). Our assessments are carried out by trained and experienced clinical and educational psychologists.

Our assessment process is divided into 3 main parts as shown below. Assessments can take up to 8 hours to administer, and may be separated into multiple sessions. Reports and feedback are typically returned 1-2 weeks after the assessment, unless stated otherwise.

How it works

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Intake Interview

(60-90 Minutes)

Assessment Session

(~90 Minutes)

Feedback & Reporting

(60-90 Minutes)

Please refer below for a list of assessments we currently offer. For further enquiries, feel free to get in touch with us through our contact form or give us a call and we will be glad to assist.

Standardised Assessments

IQ (Child and Adult)
The standardised assessments we offer consist of intelligence quotient (IQ) tests for both adults and adolescents, as well as tests for special school placements.

Common Purposes
1. Evaluate cognitive abilities (e.g. after injuries)
2. Identify intellectual disabilities
3. Provide further insight for clinical intervention
4. Supplement applications for special school placements

Assessment Tools Available
1. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Adults (WAIS-IV) [suitable for 16 to 90 years old]
2. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V) [suitable for 6 to 16 years old]
Both WAIS-IV and WISC-V measure intellectual performance in 4 domains: Working memory; Perceptual reasoning; Verbal comprehension; Processing speed
3. Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scales (VABS) [suitable for all ages]
VABS measures adaptive behaviour, and further supplements other assessments of intellectual disabilities.

Comprehensive Assessments

ADHD (Child and Adult)
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments are used to measure the extent to which a person may be impeded in their daily functionality due to such symptoms. This assessment will provide further insight into a person’s struggles with attention and self-regulation, and also help to provide helpful direction for future steps in intervention and therapy.

Dementia
Dementia assessments are used to assess a person’s mental and thinking abilities, such as memory, language and problem solving. This assessment is typically carried out for individuals above 50 years old, who have symptoms of impaired mental abilities that interfere with their daily functioning. Individuals under 50 years old may undergo such cognitive assessments to determine mild cognitive impairments.

Learning (Child)
A dyslexia assessment may be conducted to help individuals better understand the underlying causes for their current challenges with processing and understanding written and spoken language. These challenges often manifest in difficulty in learning and understanding material taught in school, and/ or underachievement at school. Individuals who are concerned with such challenges may also undergo broader assessments for learning difficulties.

Adaptive (Child)
Adaptive assessments are typically used to assess an individual’s level of adaptive functioning, which includes social skills, daily living skills, conceptual skills (e.g. reading, counting, communication skills). They can be conducted via various methods like standardised questionnaires or semi-structured interviews. Information may be collected from caregivers and teachers as well, in order to paint a holistic picture of the individual. This way, the assessment can inform which specific areas the individual requires more support in, and work towards independence eventually.

Specialised Assessments

Autism (Child)
An autism assessment is conducted by observing a child’s behaviour and understanding one’s socio-emotional processing. A diagnosis will help one understand their struggles a bit better and can better inform future therapeutic and intervention plans. School observations and broader tests may also be included in the assessment, depending on the client’s needs and concerns.