1. How important is assessment within the current field of clinical psychology? How important was assessment in the earliest days of the field?

2. War has greatly influenced the field of clinical psychology. How might current or future wars influence the field?

3. Both intelligence and personality assessment have greatly changed since the early days of Wechsler’s first intelligence test and Rorschach’s inkblots. Based on the progress made in psychological assessment, how do you picture the future of psychological assessment? For instance, will computerized assessment become the dominant form of test administration? What might be some advantages and disadvantages of such a progression?

4. Based on the work of early pioneers in psychology, such as Dorthea Dix and Eli Todd, what modern day mental health practices can be attributed to these individuals? For instance, consider modern day treatments for inpatient psychiatric patients.

5. Reflect on the chapter—can you identity several instances in which the discipline of Clinical Psychology has worked toward social justice and dignity for all? Can you identify instances in which the discipline, or the work of the discipline, may have contributed to injustice?