Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
Noun
ˌmɪnɪˈsoʊtə ˌmʌltiˈfeɪzɪk pərˈsɒnəltɪ ɪnˈvɛntɔri
Definition
The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is a psychological assessment that helps evaluate various personality traits and psychopathology.
Examples
- The MMPI is frequently used in clinical settings for diagnosis.
- Participants complete true/false questions to reveal their psychological profile via the MMPI.
- The results of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory are interpreted by trained professionals.
Meaning
The MMPI is often used by psychologists to assess personality structure and identify psychological conditions, serving as a diagnostic tool.
Synonyms
- Personality assessment
- Psychological inventory
- Diagnostic tool
