DQ1: Communicating results to clients is often one of the most important aspects of the assessment process. If counselors are so well-trained in communication skills, why does the interpretation of assessment results require them to have even more specialized knowledge and skills? What might happen if test results are not communicated effectively or clients misinterpret them? Although there is not a great deal of research on how best to interpret test results to client, what are some general guidelines that all practitioners can follow for this important activity?   Paraphrase the textbook information into your own words—avoid relying on quotations.  Needs APA format integrated within discussion and reference list.  Main posts need a minimum of one course textbook citation and one peer reviewed journal article (published in last five to ten years) or potential point reduction.  Needs APA format integrated within discussion and reference list.