Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Theoretical Approaches to Psychological Disorder01:29

Theoretical Approaches to Psychological Disorder

1.0K
The development of psychological disorders, which are characterized by deviant, maladaptive, and personally distressing behaviors, has been explored through several theoretical approaches.
Biological approach
The biological approach posits that internal, organic factors are the primary causes of such disorders. This perspective emphasizes brain structure and function, genetic predispositions, and neurotransmitter imbalances. For example, schizophrenia has been associated with both genetic...
1.0K
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)01:27

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

1.7K
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) serves as the primary classification system for mental health disorders, providing standardized diagnostic criteria for clinicians and researchers. First published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in 1952, the DSM has undergone several revisions to reflect evolving psychiatric understanding. The fifth edition, DSM-5, released in 2013, introduced key updates that expanded diagnostic categories and modified diagnostic...
1.7K
Depressive Disorders: Etiology01:27

Depressive Disorders: Etiology

844
Depressive disorders result from a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors, each contributing uniquely to the development and persistence of the condition. Understanding these factors provides critical insight into the multifaceted nature of depression.
Biological Factors in Depression
Biological predispositions significantly influence the risk of developing depressive disorders. Genetic studies highlight the role of variations in the serotonin transporter...
844
Dark Triad and Person Perception01:29

Dark Triad and Person Perception

408
Person perception is influenced by both external behaviors and the observer’s internal characteristics, including personality traits. Individuals with dark personality traits, comprising psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and narcissism — collectively known as the dark triad – exhibit manipulative and exploitative tendencies in social contexts. These traits affect how they perceive others and how they are perceived.The Role of Dark Personality Traits in Person PerceptionBlack et...
408
Dimensions of Health and Illness01:21

Dimensions of Health and Illness

11.9K
The factors influencing the health-illness continuum can be internal or external and may or may not be under conscious control. They are related to the following eight human dimensions, and each dimension is interrelated to one other.
11.9K
Self-Report Tests of Personality01:22

Self-Report Tests of Personality

1.1K
Self-report inventories are objective personality assessments that use multiple-choice items or numbered scales, typically ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). They are often called Likert scales after Rensis Likert. These inventories are widely used due to their ease of administration and cost-effectiveness. One of the most prominent examples is the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), initially developed in the 1940s to assess abnormal personality traits.
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Minimal, superficial DNA damage in human skin from filtered far-ultraviolet C.

The British journal of dermatology·2021
Same author

A feasibility study of microwave therapy for precancerous actinic keratosis.

The British journal of dermatology·2020
Same author

Group And Individual Regularities In Trait Inference: A Multidimensional Scaling Analysis.

Multivariate behavioral research·2016
Same author

MULTIMETHOD FACTOR ANALYSIS: A REFORMULATION.

Multivariate behavioral research·2016
Same author

Harry H. Harman (1913-1376).

Multivariate behavioral research·2016
Same author

Distinguishing Trait And Method Variance In Multitrait-Multimethod Matrices: A Reply To Golding.

Multivariate behavioral research·2016
Same journal

Bayesian Machine Learning Tools for Alcohol Use Disorder Research: The bpaup R Package.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
Same journal

A Unified Framework for Jointly modelling Response Times and Item Position Effects in Computer-Based Learning Assessments.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
Same journal

Generalizability Theory Applied to Daily Relationship Quality: Substantive and Statistical Directions.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
Same journal

A Modularized Higher-Order Diagnostic Classification Model for Clustered Attribute Hierarchies.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
Same journal

Generalizing Causal Effects to a Target Population Without Individual-Level Data from the Target Population.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
Same journal

betaselectr: Selective (and Proper) Standardization in Structural Equation Models.

Multivariate behavioral research·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 26, 2026

A Psychophysics Paradigm for the Collection and Analysis of Similarity Judgments
08:12

A Psychophysics Paradigm for the Collection and Analysis of Similarity Judgments

Published on: March 1, 2022

3.0K

The Dimensionality Of Psychopathology Descriptors.

M J Paquin, D N Jackson

    Multivariate Behavioral Research
    |January 28, 2016
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    This study reveals five key dimensions judges use for psychopathology similarity judgments. Specific personality information, not diagnostic labels, helps reduce stigma in mental illness perceptions.

    More Related Videos

    Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder
    09:55

    Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder

    Published on: March 8, 2018

    13.3K
    Brain Morphology of Cannabis Users With or Without Psychosis: A Pilot MRI Study
    07:30

    Brain Morphology of Cannabis Users With or Without Psychosis: A Pilot MRI Study

    Published on: August 18, 2020

    8.1K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Mar 26, 2026

    A Psychophysics Paradigm for the Collection and Analysis of Similarity Judgments
    08:12

    A Psychophysics Paradigm for the Collection and Analysis of Similarity Judgments

    Published on: March 1, 2022

    3.0K
    Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder
    09:55

    Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder

    Published on: March 8, 2018

    13.3K
    Brain Morphology of Cannabis Users With or Without Psychosis: A Pilot MRI Study
    07:30

    Brain Morphology of Cannabis Users With or Without Psychosis: A Pilot MRI Study

    Published on: August 18, 2020

    8.1K

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychopathology Research
    • Social Psychology

    Background:

    • Understanding how individuals perceive and categorize mental illness is crucial.
    • Traditional diagnostic systems and lay labels influence these perceptions.
    • Exploring novel approaches to psychopathology description is needed.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify stable dimensions underlying similarity judgments of psychopathology descriptors.
    • To compare the influence of traditional labels, DSM II categories, and behaviorally derived stimuli.
    • To investigate factors reducing stigmatizing conceptualizations in psychopathology judgments.

    Main Methods:

    • Judges evaluated 26 psychopathology descriptors from diverse sources.
    • Descriptors included lay labels, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM II) categories, and modal profile analysis stimuli.
    • Multidimensional scaling or similar techniques were likely employed to identify judgment dimensions.

    Main Results:

    • Five stable dimensions of judgment were identified: Mental Illness, Social vs. Psychological Deviance, Depression vs. Impulse Control, Anxiety vs. Impulse Control, and Paranoid vs. Impulse Control.
    • DSM II descriptors did not consistently outperform lay labels.
    • Behavioral descriptions (modal profile stimuli) were found to reduce the impact of stigmatizing beliefs on judgments.

    Conclusions:

    • Judges utilize a consistent set of dimensions when judging psychopathology similarity.
    • Diagnostic labels and qualifiers do not inherently improve judgment clarity over lay terms.
    • Incorporating specific personality and behavioral information can mitigate stigma in psychopathology perception.