The
Rorschach
Test
A PRESENTATION BY:
FAT I MA A H MA D , H I BA M A S RI , LY N N A SS I L , RA M ATTA F,
RA N D A L A S U LI EM A N .
“An Introduction”
- The Rorschach Test is a psychological test in which subjects’ thoughts about certain images are
recorded and then further analyzed using psychological analysis, complex algorithms, or both.
- Created by Hermann Rorschach in 1917, it was originally designed for discovering
schizophrenia, but later on it was used to uncover personality traits in patients.
- The original test consists of 10 perfectly symmetrical inkblots, displaying purposefully vague
and unclear objects to learn about the patient’s first reaction to these images.
- Shall we?
“Side Note”
THERE IS NO WRONG ANSWER.
THERE IS NO WRONG ANSWER.
THERE IS NO WRONG ANSWER.
THERE IS NO WRONG ANSWER.
THERE IS NO WRONG ANSWER.
What
do you
see?
“Card II”
- Card II is more commonly known as “The Interaction Card”
- The red details are often seen as blood, as they stands out from the rest of the card.
- Responses to this image are related to the subject’s management of aggressive feelings.
- Most people see some sort of four legged animal, or two humans facing eachother.
- Certain negative interpretations of this card may signal that the subject’s management of
uncomfortable or violent social situations is poor.
What
do you
see?
“Card III”
- Card III is typically perceived as two humans facing eachother, involved in some sort of
interaction.
- Responses to this card can give clues about how the subject relates to other people/ their
society.
- The color red’s presence here also may be interpreted in a violent context by the subject.
What
do you
see?
“Card IV”
- Card IV functionally serves as “The Father Card”
- Most subjects tend to see some variation of a threatening figure looking down at them, or an
animal’s hide.
- The shading of the image along with its dark vibe can seem authoritative, hence its function as
“The Father Card”.
- Negative reactions to this card can suggest a problem with the authority figures in the patient’s
life (family, higher-ups…)
What do
you see?
“Card VII”
- Widely known as “The Mother Card”.
- This card is commonly associated with femininity, difficulties in responding may suggest to
problematic relationships between the subjects and females in his/her life.
- Most commonly, subjects saw human faces or feminine bodies.
- The center detail is relatively often identified as a vagina, which makes this card generally
related to feminine sexuality.
- If the subject associated the perceived genitalia in the card in a violent connotation, that can
indicate an injured idea of femininity.
What did
you see?
“Card VIII”
- Subjects often express relief about this card, as it the first colored card in Dr. Rorschach’s
original 10 cards.
- However, some subjects who find dealing with complex situations or emotional stimuli difficult
may find this image uncomfortable.
- Most common detail: two four legged animal (Pink).
- Another common answer- a positive one at that- is a cross section of the human body.
What do
you see?
“Card X”
- Regularly viewed as pleasant, as it is the last card in the test.
- Tests the subject’s organizational abilities; the more things you see the better.
- Most commonly; people saw a collection of sea-related creatures.
- People who interpret this inkblot as a catastrophe of some sorts may suffer from self-destructive
tendencies.
- Some even saw the Eiffel Tower up top!
“A Few Details”
- The inkblots have perfect symmetry and vagueness, purposefully.
- Subjects’ responses are later interpreted by a psychoanalyst.
- Every little thing matters in the final diagnosis, from the duration of time before answering, to
the facial expressions of the subject.
- Free Association: the patient’s thoughts about the image, what he/she saw.
- Inquiry: Doctor asking patient about specific details; “What detail in the inkblot made you think
of it that way?”…
“What About Now?”
- The Rorschach is not as commonly used as it was before, with other tests taking its place, such
as The MMPI.
- Doubts from researchers about its actual diagnostic value in practical usage.
- Although not as used as before, Dr. Hermann’s test stands tall and proud today, as a cultural and
medical landmark.
- A Revolution in the world of personality-oriented studies and psychology.
“THANK YOU!”
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