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Peer reviewedBolter, John F.; And Others – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1984
Contends that the Speech Sounds Perception Test form (Adult and Midrange versions) is structured such that correct responses can be determined rationally. If a patient identifies and responds according to that structure, the validity of the test is compromised. Posttest interview is suggested as a simple solution. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Response Style (Tests), Test Format, Test Validity, Testing Problems
Peer reviewedBerndt, David J.; And Others – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1983
Obtained reading grade levels for depression scales by use of two empirically based readability formulae. Results showed Kovacs children's measure had the easiest reading level, the General Behavior Inventory was appropriate for college-level reading, and most other measures clustered at a fifth- to ninth-grade reading level. (WAS)
Descriptors: Affective Measures, Depression (Psychology), Readability, Readability Formulas
