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Rorschach norms for inner city children.

V Krall, H Sachs, B Lazar

    Journal of Personality Assessment
    |April 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study presents Rorschach data for 272 Black children aged 3-12, comparing findings to established norms. Results indicate differences in form accuracy and whole responses, but similar developmental rates for key Rorschach indicators.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychological assessment
    • Child psychology
    • Psychometrics

    Background:

    • The Rorschach test is a projective psychological test used to analyze personality characteristics and emotional functioning.
    • Normative data is crucial for accurate interpretation of psychological assessments across diverse populations.
    • Limited Rorschach normative data exists specifically for Black children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present Rorschach data for a sample of 272 Black children aged 3 to 12 years.
    • To compare these findings with existing Rorschach normative samples, specifically those by Ames and Exner.
    • To contribute to the understanding of Rorschach performance in a specific pediatric demographic.

    Main Methods:

    • Data collection involved administering the Rorschach test to 272 Black children.

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  • Participants were grouped by age, ranging from 3 to 12 years.
  • Key Rorschach variables analyzed included F+%, A%, Fabulized Combinations, Perseverations, Color Naming, Rejections, Wholes, Details, Small Details (Dd), R, M, and P.

    • Main Results:

    • The study found a lower level of form accuracy (F+%) compared to Ames and Exner's samples.
    • A lower percentage of "Wholes" and a higher "D" (Detail) level were observed in this cohort.
    • Response rate and the developmental rates of M, P, and Animal responses were found to be similar to other normative samples.

    Conclusions:

    • The Rorschach performance of Black children aged 3-12 shows some deviations from existing norms, particularly in form accuracy and the use of "Whole" responses.
    • Despite these differences, the developmental trajectory of key Rorschach variables aligns with established findings.
    • This data provides valuable normative information for interpreting Rorschach assessments in Black children, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive interpretation.