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| Streiner, David L. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHolmes, Cooper B.; And Others – Journal of Clinical Psychology, 1984
Replied to Hays and Stacy's critique of an article by Holmes, Dungan and McLaughlin in which the validity of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory alcoholism scales was questioned. Presents support for the original conclusions and comments on Hays and Stacy's reanalysis. (JAC)
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Statistical Analysis, Test Interpretation, Test Validity
Peer reviewedStreiner, David L.; Miller, Harold R. – Journal of Clinical Psychology, 1986
Numerous short forms of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory have been proposed in the last 15 years. In each case, the initial enthusiasm has been replaced by the questions about the clinical utility of the abbreviated version. Argues that the statistical properties of the test and reduced reliability due to shortening the scales…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Test Format, Test Length, Test Reliability
Peer reviewedGottfredson, Don M., Ed. – Criminal Justice and Behavior, 1983
Examines the use of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (Megargee typology) as a valid classification system in correctional decision making in a series of six articles. Most results urge caution in the use of the Megargee typology, finding poor test validity and test-retest reliability. (WAS)
Descriptors: Classification, Correctional Institutions, Personality Assessment, Position Papers
Peer reviewedClopton, James R.; Leonard, Calista V. – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1978
Comments are offered on a recent article by Leonard on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) as a suicide predictor. Her appraisal of former studies and her consideration of the differences among individuals with different suicidal behaviors are critically evaluated. A response from Leonard follows. (Author/BEF)
Descriptors: Clinical Psychology, Patients, Personality Assessment, Personality Development
