The bestselling guide to reporting writing, updated and reworked for
today's practice
Essentials of Assessment Report Writing offers effective solutions to
the creation of reader-friendly, yet targeted, psychological, and
educational assessment reports. Parents, clinicians, clients, and other
readers need more than test-by-test descriptions--they need an
accessible analysis of the entire situation to determine their next
steps. This book provides clear guidance for busy practitioners seeking
ways to improve their report writing skills. With a focus on current
practice, this new second edition covers DSM-5 updates and the latest
assessment instruments including the WJ IV, WISC-V, WAIS-IV, KTEA-3, and
the CAS2. New discussion includes advice on tailoring the report to the
audience, and annotated case reports provide illustrative models of
effective report styles, interpretation, and analysis. Key concepts are
highlighted for quick reference throughout, and end-of-chapter questions
help reinforce understanding.
Reporting styles vary widely within the field, in both content and
style; there is no definitive "standard," but many reports fail to
reflect best practices and therefore prove less than useful to the
reader. This book provides expert guidance throughout the reporting
process to help practitioners provide high-quality, accessible reports.
- Integrate assessment results to provide a person-centered report
- Identify and navigate critical decision points in the interpretive
process
- Write efficiently yet effectively while enhancing the reader's
experience
- Provide an accurate, informative, and readable assessment report
- Incorporate practical recommendations to address the referral concerns
Expertly-conducted assessments should culminate with a carefully
constructed analysis that provides direction via clear communication.
Because this report will be used to inform treatment, intervention, and
ultimately, the client's quality of life--it is critical that it
provides clear, informative guidance in a way that readers can
understand. Essentials of Assessment Report Writing provides
comprehensive guidelines for navigating through the report writing
process.
