MMPI Content and Supplemental Scales 3

Question 1

The MMPI-2 Anger (ANG) content scale differs from Scale 4 (Pd) in that ANG specifically measures:

Accepted Answer

Poor anger control and irritability as a primary complaint

Answer

ANG focuses on the individual's self-reported problems with anger regulation, irritability, and explosive behavior.

Question 2

Which MMPI-2 content scale would be most elevated in a person who reports multiple unexplained physical symptoms across body systems?

Accepted Answer

Health Concerns (HEA)

Answer

The HEA scale captures a wide range of somatic complaints spanning neurological, gastrointestinal, and sensory domains.

Question 3

The supplemental scale MAC-R (MacAndrew Alcoholism Scale-Revised) is thought to measure:

Accepted Answer

Addiction proneness and risk-taking personality characteristics

Answer

MAC-R is considered a measure of addiction potential and extraversion-risk-taking rather than a direct measure of alcohol consumption.

Question 4

On the MMPI-2, a high score on the Overcontrolled Hostility (O-H) supplemental scale suggests:

Accepted Answer

Chronic suppression of anger with risk of sudden explosive release

Answer

O-H identifies individuals who habitually inhibit hostility but may display sudden violent outbursts when frustration accumulates.

Question 5

The MMPI-2 Negative Treatment Indicators (TRT) content scale predicts which outcome?

Accepted Answer

Negative attitudes toward treatment and low motivation for change

Answer

High TRT scorers report negative attitudes toward mental health professionals and low belief that change is possible.

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