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Comparison of MMPI-2-RF Profiles between Child Maltreatment and Non-maltreatment Custody Cases

NCJ Number
239762
Journal
Journal of Forensic Psychology Practice Volume: 12 Issue: 3 Dated: May - June 2012 Pages: 227-237
Author(s)
Terry B. Pinsoneault, Ph.D.; Frank R. Ezzo, Ph.D., ABPP
Date Published
June 2012
Length
11 pages
Annotation
MMPI-2-RF profiles were compared for child maltreatment versus non-maltreatment samples.
Abstract
MMPI-2-RF profiles were compared for child maltreatment (n=61) versus non-maltreatment (n=168) samples. Maltreatment profiles showed elevations five to seven points higher on scales L-r, THD, RC3, RC6, and FML, and about four points higher on scales RC4, RC8, PSYC, and JCP. Results appeared consistent with previous research conducted with the MMPI-2. Sixty-seven percent of Maltreatment (Parental Fitness Evaluees Group) participants showed at least one clinical elevation; 55 percent of Non-Maltreatment (Child Custody Litigants Group) participants did so. Twenty-five percent of Maltreatment participants showed six or more clinical elevations whereas 8 percent of non-maltreatment participants did so. Abstract published by arrangement with Taylor and Francis.