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Mental Health Assessment A mental health assessment involves a combination of questions and tests. Your doctor will inquire about your family history and medications, as well as your symptoms. They will also do an initial physical exam and may request lab tests like blood tests, thyroid function testing or toxicology tests. You may also be required to take written or oral tests. These tests can include intelligence and cognitive functioning tests, as well as measures of judgment, insight, and looseness of associations. Symptoms A health professional will ask you