Self-Report Inventories

This chapter begins with an overview of the role, strengths, and limitations of child and adolescent self-report measures as part of the assessment process. Commonly used self-report omnibus rating scales are discussed in detail, including their development, content, norm sampling, strengths, and weaknesses. The chapter also notes the emergence of validity scales in child/adolescent self-report measures and their utilization in clinical settings.

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Authors and Affiliations

1. Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA Paul J. Frick
2. Washington State University, Pullman, WA, USA Christopher T. Barry
3. College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, USA Randy W. Kamphaus

1. Paul J. Frick