WAIS-IV Summary

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WAIS -IV Results

In his administration of the WAIS-IV, Andrew earned a Full Scale IQ score of 81. This suggests that his general cognitive ability is in the Low Average range of intelligence. Furthermore, Andrew’s score is within the 10th percentile, meaning that Andrew performed better than 81 of his peers, out of a group of 100. Overall, these results indicate that Andrew’s cognitive capabilities are comparable to his peers his age. However, due to the variability in Andrew’s scores, indexes should be considered in addition to his FSIQ. The Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI) measures verbal reasoning, verbal concept creation, and knowledge obtained from an individual’s environment. Andrew demonstrated consistent functioning among the abilities …show more content…
Within this index, Andrew’s score varied between raters. Mr. Mackey gave Andrew scores within the average range for the index and across all measured scales. Therefore, he has not noted any areas of concern for Andrew within this index. However, Mrs. Cappelletti gave Andrew a score within the At-Risk range for the BSI. While Mrs. Cappelletti rated Andrew’s score as being Average within the Hyperactivity and Withdrawal scales, this was not the case for other scales. Andrew was given scores within the At-Risk range for the Aggression, Attention Problems, and Withdrawal scales. This infers that Mrs. Cappelletti has observed Andrew as being hostile towards others, being easily distracted and avoiding social contact. Additionally, Mrs. Cappelletti gave Andrew a score in the clinically significant range for the depression scale. Therefore, Mrs. Cappelletti has noted Andrew as exhibiting feelings of unhappiness, sadness, and stress that has affected his ability to perform everyday activities. The Externalizing Problems composite measures the presence of behaviors such as Hyperactivity, Aggression, and Conduct Problems. Andrew’s Externalizing Problems composite score once again differed between raters. Mr. Mackey scored Andrew within the Average …show more content…
With this information, it can be inferred that Andrew has experienced many symptoms associated with depressive disorders such as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) or Dysphoric Disorder as described in the Diagnostic Statistical Manual fourth edition (DSM-IV). The Emotional Problems scale examines dysphoric mood and physical symptoms commonly associated with depression. Andrew gave himself a score within the Very Elevated range. Additionally, Andrew gave himself Very Elevated scores for both the Negative Mood/ Physical Symptoms and Negative Self-Esteem subscales. Therefore, these results suggest that Andrew has experienced feelings of sadness, worry, indecision, and self-disdain. The Functional Problems scale estimates depression symptoms in both a school and social context. Andrew scored within the Clinically Significant range. Subsequently, Andrew gave himself Clinically Significant scores in both the Ineffectiveness and Interpersonal Problems subscales. These scores stipulate that Andrew has negative judgment regarding his overall capabilities and school performance, as well as difficulty interacting with
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