Psychological Assessment and Tests 1. Introduction to Psychological Assessment Psychological assessment is a structured process of gathering, evaluating, and interpreting information about an individual’s cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, personality traits, behaviors, and overall mental health. It involves using standardized psychological tests, interviews, observations, and questionnaires to gain insights into an individual’s psychological functioning. Definition: Psychological assessments are widely used in clinical settings, educational environments, organizational psychology, forensic evaluations, and research.