The Use of Psychological Assessments in the 'New Normal': A Scoping Review

Abstract

Assessment is an integral part of the field of Psychology. It plays an important role in the knowledge, practice and research in the field. However, psychological assessment has undergone a dynamic change since the pandemic. The aim of this study is to understand these changes, emerging trends and challenges in the area of psychological assessment. Secondary data has been collected and the method of scoping review has been used. The results show that the new psychological assessments have been developed mainly to measure the psychosocial impact of COVID-19. The trend is towards remote and computerized assessment that has given rise to ethical issues. It has also raised questions on the psychometric properties of the adapted assessment. The issues on test administration and interpretation through tele-assessment is a new phenomenon. However, the unavailability of professional guidelines is debatable. Hence, the field is facing new challenges. The findings of the study can help in re-structuring the field of psychological assessment.