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Clinical applications of the MCMI: the 1-2-3-8 codetype
1Department of Psychiatry, Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, New York 14215.
Journal of Clinical Psychology
|March 1, 1988
Summary
A specific personality profile (1-2-3-8 codetype) was identified in 25% of psychiatric inpatients. This profile is linked to significant mood disturbances, depression, and suicidal ideation before admission.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Personality Assessment
Background:
- The Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI) is a widely used tool for personality assessment.
- Understanding specific MCMI profiles can aid in diagnosing and treating psychiatric inpatients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the prevalence of the 1-2-3-8 codetype in a psychiatric inpatient sample.
- To explore the clinical characteristics associated with this specific MCMI profile.
Main Methods:
- Examined Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI) profiles of 131 psychiatric inpatients.
- Analyzed patient diagnoses and clinical records for those with the 1-2-3-8 codetype.
Main Results:
- Approximately 25% of the inpatient sample exhibited the 1-2-3-8 codetype.
- This profile appears to represent an affect/mood disturbance with significant depressive features and a history of suicidal ideation/attempt.
Conclusions:
- The 1-2-3-8 MCMI codetype may indicate a specific subtype of inpatient presentation requiring further investigation.
- This study highlights the need for more research to expand clinical applications of the MCMI and its empirical support.