Mmpi (Noun)
Meaning
A self-report personality inventory consisting of 550 items that describe feelings or actions which the person is asked to agree with or disagree with; many scales estimating traits and qualities of personality have been developed using MMPI items.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The psychologist used the MMPI to assess the personality traits of the client and gain insight into their emotional state.
- In clinical settings, the MMPI is commonly administered to identify potential personality disorders or psychopathologies.
- Researchers developed new scales for measuring anxiety using the items from the MMPI and compared their effectiveness with existing methods.
- During the pre-trial assessment, the MMPI was given to the defendant to determine whether any underlying personality issues could be contributing to their behavior.
- By analyzing the MMPI results, therapists can develop more effective treatment plans tailored to their patients' unique personality characteristics.