Assignment: Clinical and Forensic Assessment
Tasks:
Using resources from professional literature, explore the concepts of clinical and forensic assessments (professional literature may include relevant textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and websites created by professional organizations, agencies, or institutions [.edu, .org, and .gov]):
In a minimum of 200 words, respond to the following:
• The major differences in the purpose of each type of assessment, with particular emphasis on the referral question, goals for the results of the assessment, and the intended audience
• The differences and similarities in the required qualifications of the person conducting each type of assessment
• The differences and similarities in reliance on clinical observation and empirical research when interpreting assessment results
• The differences and similarities in informed consent
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.