Psychology and Culture
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In what ways does culture influence psychological testing?
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The influence of culture on psychological testing is discussed and explored in this solution. The concepts discussed include language, cultural values, social class and non-verbal communication. The explanation is given in 227 words with one reference.
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Problem: In what ways does culture influence psychological testing?
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During psychological testing an individuals culture can have a major impact on the validity of test results. Examples of cultural difference which could affect testing include:
Language within a culture, speaking different languages becomes a problem in understanding what both the client and the therapist (or individual ...
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