Influence of the Caldwell report, and other computer generated interpretive reports, in child custody evaluations: A brief report. Issue 4 (2nd October 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Stolberg, Ronald A.
• Is Part Of: Journal of child custody. Volume 15:Issue 4(2018)
• Page Start: 369
• Page End: 378
• Publication Date: 2018-10-02
• Subjects: Assessment -- Caldwell Report -- child custody -- custody evaluations -- forensic assessment -- interpretive reports -- MMPI-2; Custody of children -- Periodicals; 362.82
• DOI: 10.1080/15379418.2018.1539938
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1537-9418

Abstract

Abstract: This brief report reviews the use of MMPI-2 computer-generated interpretive reports in child custody evaluations. Particular attention was aimed at the Caldwell Report's MMPI-2 Custody Report. Considering the recent temporary closure of the Caldwell Report, this article will discuss what scoring and report options remain currently for interpretive custody reports. A perspective is shared that a dependence on computer-generated interpretive reports is detrimental to the science and practice of custody evaluation work. Finally, the author calls for future and revised computer-generated interpretive reports to include more information regarding a link to conclusions, gender bias, and peer reviewed research.