Handbook of Multicultural Mental Health: Chapter 13. Methodologies for Test Translation and Cultural Equivalence

Handbook of Multicultural Mental Health: Chapter 13. Methodologies for Test Translation and Cultural Equivalence
ISBN-10
0128059745
ISBN-13
9780128059746
Series
Handbook of Multicultural Mental Health
Category
Psychology
Pages
660
Language
English
Published
2013-07-19
Publisher
Elsevier Inc. Chapters
Authors
Jennifer L. Smith, Bill R. Arnold

Description

A continuing evolution in both problem recognition and systematic research addressing the need for culturally equivalent and transnational versions of tests has been noted over the past decade. While the concerns and problem areas for cultural equivalence assessment research have remained relatively constant over the years, new variations of these problems have emerged. Additionally, the number and quality of studies addressing these concerns as well as related methodologies have improved and become more sophisticated. The present chapter reviews the current status of available methodologies for test translation and cultural equivalence, addresses the emergence and problems associated with computer and Internet technologies for cross-cultural testing, and provides recommendations regarding clinical approaches to selection of adapted tests for assessing culturally diverse clients.

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