Description

A psychological interview is a structured conversation between a clinician and a patient aimed at assessing the patient's mental health status. It typically involves exploring the patient's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to diagnose psychological conditions and inform treatment plans.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in various clinical settings, such as psychiatric evaluations or therapy sessions. Common variants include 'evaluación psicológica' (psychological evaluation), which may be used colloquially but should be avoided in formal contexts. It is crucial to maintain a professional tone and ensure clarity during the interpretation.

Example Sentences

EN: The psychologist conducted a thorough Interview, Psychological to understand the patient's emotional state.

ES: El psicólogo realizó una exhaustiva Entrevista Psicológica para comprender el estado emocional del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Interview, Psychological' with 'evaluación psicológica'; mispronouncing 'entrevista' as 'entervista'; using informal language instead of formal clinical terminology.