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Identifying personality-related problems in living: the multi-context problems checklist.

Michael J Boudreaux¹, Ralph L Piedmont, Martin F Sherman

¹Department of Psychology, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521, USA. michael.boudreaux@email.ucr.edu

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The Multi-Context Problems Checklist (MCPC) offers a valid and reliable measure for assessing personality-related problems in young adults. This new tool aids researchers and clinicians in understanding and addressing living difficulties across various life domains.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Personality Psychology

Background:

Existing personality problem checklists lack empirical support or context specificity.
There is a need for a comprehensive, valid measure for young adults (18-29).

Purpose of the Study:

Introduce and validate the Multi-Context Problems Checklist (MCPC).
Assess personality-related problems in young adults across six domains.

Main Methods:

Conducted three psychometric studies.
Utilized self- and observer ratings, well-being and personality measures, and psychological distress scales.
Examined test-retest reliability and sensitivity in counseling populations.

Main Results:

MCPC demonstrated consensual and construct validity.
Identified specific personality problems linked to the Five-Factor Model traits.
Showed moderate to high test-retest reliability and strong associations with distress.
MCPC effectively captured increased problem reporting in counseling clients.

Conclusions:

The MCPC is a valid, reliable, and sensitive instrument for assessing personality-related problems in young adults.
Findings support the MCPC's utility for both research and clinical practice.
Problem-trait associations offer insights into psychosocial outcomes at multiple levels.