For nearly a century, ten inkblots have been used as an almost mystical personality test. Long kept confidential for psychologists and their patients, the mysterious images were said to draw out the workings of a person's mind. But what can inkblots really tell us, and how does this test work? Damion Searls details how the Rorschach Test can help us understand the patterns of our perceptions. [Directed by Kozmonot Animation Studio, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Deniz Dogancay].

Damion Searls: How does the Rorschach inkblot test work?

How does the Rorschach inkblot test work?

The Rorschach Test's inkblots reveal more about our perception approach than specific visions, diagnosing mental health subtly.

Patterns in Rorschach responses linked personality traits with mental health conditions, showcasing its diagnostic power.

Despite controversy, a 2013 review confirmed the Rorschach Test's validity in mental health diagnosis when used correctly.