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Mental Health Assessment A mental health assessment consists of a combination of tests and questions. Your doctor will inquire about your family history, medications and your symptoms. They will also conduct a basic physical exam and may order lab work like blood work, thyroid function testing or toxicology screenings. You might have written or verbal tests as well. These tests can include cognitive and intelligence tests as well as tests of insight, judgment and looseness of associations. Symptoms A health professional will ask you questions about your feelings