MMPI MMPI-3 Specific Scales 2

Question 1

Which MMPI-3 Somatic/Cognitive scale specifically measures complaints about memory, concentration, and confusion?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Complaints (COG)

Answer

The Cognitive Complaints (COG) scale captures self-reported difficulties with memory, attention, and concentration.

Question 2

A client scores high on the MMPI-3 Gastrointestinal Complaints (GIC) scale. Which symptom cluster is MOST characteristic of elevated GIC?

Accepted Answer

Nausea, vomiting, and stomach problems

Answer

GIC focuses specifically on gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, stomach distress, and vomiting.

Question 3

The MMPI-3 Head Pain Complaints (HPC) scale is BEST distinguished from Neurological Complaints (NUC) by its emphasis on:

Accepted Answer

Headaches and neck and shoulder pain

Answer

HPC centers on head, neck, and shoulder pain rather than neurological symptoms like sensory loss or motor dysfunction.

Question 4

Which MMPI-3 scale would MOST likely be elevated in someone reporting tingling sensations, numbness, and weakness in the limbs?

Accepted Answer

Neurological Complaints (NUC)

Answer

NUC assesses neurological-type complaints including sensory disturbances and motor weakness.

Question 5

The MMPI-3 Malaise (MLS) scale is BEST described as measuring:

Accepted Answer

A general sense of physical debilitation and poor health

Answer

MLS captures a nonspecific global sense of feeling unwell, tired, and physically run-down.

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