Title

Evaluation and Selection of Standardized Psychological Instruments for Research and Clinical Practice

Authors

Elaine C. Meyer, Women's and Infants Hospital
Gwenyth H. Edwards, Hyperactivity Disorder Clinic
Joseph S. Rossi, Cancer Prevention Research Center

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

1-1-1995

Abstract

TOPIC. The evaluation and selection of standardized psychological instruments for research and clinical practice. PURPOSE. To present a systematic strategy to facilitate the instrument evaluation and selection process. SOURCES. Psychometric theory, published literature, and clinical‐research experience. CONCLUSION. A careful instrument evaluation process informs the examiner, increases the likelihood that the best available instrument will be selected, and improves research and clinical practice by ensuring the integrity of standardized instruments. Copyright © 1995, Wiley Blackwell. All rights reserved

Publication Title, e.g., Journal

Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing

Volume

8

Issue

3

Citation/Publisher Attribution

Meyer, Elaine C., Gwenyth H. Edwards, and Joseph S. Rossi. "Evaluation and Selection of Standardized Psychological Instruments for Research and Clinical Practice." Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing 8, 3 (1995): 24-31. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6171.1995.tb00537.x.