Analysis

The Twenty Statement Test (TST) is a psychometric tool used to evaluate an individual’s self-perception and identity. In the classical form of the test, participants are asked to respond to twenty statements of “Who am I?” by giving twenty answers that reveal different aspects of their self-concept.

Objective

The main objective of the Twenty Statement Test is to examine the various aspects of a person’s self-perception. This includes identifying the ways in which an individual perceives themselves in relation to social roles, personality traits, professional identity, and other significant elements of their personal identity. The test helps in understanding the individual’s self-image and the relevance of these images to their social life.

Calibration

The Twenty Statement Test involves responding to twenty statements of the form “I am…” or “I am a…”. The answers are recorded and analyzed in order to identify the different identity categories that the participant uses.

References

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