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Rorschach Prediction of Success in Clinical Training: A Second Look

Author(s):
Carlson, Rae
Publication Year:
1968
Report Number:
RB-68-37
Source:
ETS Research Bulletin
Document Type:
Report
Page Count:
17
Subject/Key Words:
Clinical Psychology, Personality Measures, Prediction, Rorschach Test, Training, Vocational Aptitude

Abstract

This study reports the development of a Rorschach Index based upon an ego- psychological conceptualization of an "optimal personality picture" of the successful trainee in clinical psychology. Rorschach Index predictions for 155 trainees of the VA assessment project (Kelly & Fiske, 1951) were compared with dichotomous predictions from the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) and the Strong Vocational Interest Blank (SVIB). The Rorschach Index predicted success and failure and identified failures for "personality reasons" more effectively than the MAT or the SVIB. Implications for use of "ideal type" approach in prediction are discussed.

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