Abstract

MIKULIC, Isabel María  and  MUINOS, Roberto. Psychological assessment instruments for research and psychological interventions: perceived quality of life inventory (ICV). Anu. investig. [online]. 2005, vol.12, pp.193-202. ISSN 1851-1686.

There is a growing international concern to better the use of psychological assessment instruments applied both in research and interventions. Evidence of that is the existence of the International Test Commission and countless organizations having established specific standards or guidelines to be taken into consideration by professionals in central issues regarding psychological research and intervention. These guidelines and standards cover both development as well as adaptation and use of tests. This work describes some of the considerations arising from research practice in different contexts, proposing a work methodology when developing, adapting and validating instruments whichever their application may be. Focused on that aim, perceived Quality of Life Inventory (ICV) development is explained and its psychometric characteristics and uses in research and intervention are presented.

Keywords : Psychological Assessment; Tests; Perceived Quality of Life.

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