Projective Test

A projective test is a psychological assessment where individuals respond to ambiguous stimuli, like inkblots or pictures, in their own way. The idea is that their responses reflect underlying thoughts, feelings, and personality traits. Clinicians analyze these responses to gain insight into the person's mental state and emotional functioning. Unlike direct questions, projective tests allow individuals to project their inner experiences onto the ambiguous images, providing valuable information that might not emerge through straightforward questioning.