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Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Thematic Apperception Test is a projective psychological test where individuals are shown ambiguous pictures and asked to create a story about them. This test aims to reveal underlying motives, concerns, and the way they see the social world through the stories they tell.

AP course connection

Topic 7.5: 7.5 Introduction to Personality

Unit 7

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