Am J Psychiatry 1980; 137:1173-1176
Copyright © 1980 by American Psychiatric Association
The unstated problem in a psychological testing referral
LJ Cohen
There is a manifest and a latent content to many psychological testing
refereals. Although a diagnostic problem is usually the stated reason for
the referral, the unstated and more basic reason frequently has to do with
problems the therapist is encountering in attempting to deal with a
difficult treatment situation. The testing psychologist who responds at the
manifest level alone may not help and at times may even be a hindrance.
