Question:
What kind of questions are going to be asked at the pre-pysch evaluation?

Pre-psych evaluation: What kind of questions are going to be asked at the pre-pysch evaluation? I am not overly concerned, just a bit nervous.    — Kelly X. (posted on May 19, 2002)

May 20, 2002
Don't worry about the psych testing. Just answer the questions honestly. Don't try and lie and fool it because somehow they know. I worked for psychologists for years and gave 100's of these tests. You will answer lots of questions but very few are important. The test is looking to see if you are consistent. It will ask the same questions in different ways several times. They are looking to see if you answer the same way all the time. They don't ask anything hard. Mostly do you like your mother, do you see UFO's. They want to see if you are delusional and if you are being honest. Really, don't sweat it. It's a piece of cake. The other part will be an interview with the doctor who will want to know if you understand what you are doing, what your support system will be, and your life history. It really isn't anything to worry about. Email me if you have any other questions. Good luck.
   — Shona M.

June 10, 2002
My psych evaluation (you can find my posting in Q&A with the word Mancusso) was a hoot!!! I am a Christian who answered all of the questions honestly on my MMPI-2. Results weren't even close to being me! I am pollyannish and naive --- but aren't all Christians who are answering secular tests????? Bottom line is they said no barriers to surgery. That's all I really cared about --- that and the nice laugh I've had this morning as I cynically grabbed another cup of coffee and went to see what my bosses were up to this time.............
   — Nell C.