The Rorschach Inkblot Method: Exploration and Evaluation as an Instrument in Neuropsychological Assessment
Date of Award
2020
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Hale Martin
Second Advisor
Jennifer Tippett
Third Advisor
Gina Signoracci
Keywords
Rorschach, Neuropsychology
Abstract
This paper reviews relevant literature pertaining to the use of the RIM in neuropsychology, both in clinical and research capacities. Specifically, it is examined in the context of its use in neuropsychological patient populations, in studies examining brain structure and/or function, and in its relation to neuropsychological abilities and/or functions. Based on this review, the RIM is evaluated in terms of its utility as an instrument in neuropsychological assessment. Overall, the findings indicate that the RIM alone cannot provide direct measures of neuropsychological functioning in the same way traditional neuropsychological tests can. However, it can provide valuable data to inform interpretation of a traditional neuropsychological battery. The strongest evidence for the use of the RIM appears to be for the purposes of patient care and planning, treatment planning and remediation, and research. To a lesser degree, there is some evidence for its use in neuropsychological diagnostic purposes. Based on the findings reviewed in this paper, it is hoped that these findings may help neuropsychologists better understand the utility of the RIM in neuropsychological assessment.
Publication Statement
Copyright held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Extent
41 pgs
Recommended Citation
Walker, Katherine L., "The Rorschach Inkblot Method: Exploration and Evaluation as an Instrument in Neuropsychological Assessment" (2020). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 400.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/400