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"Floating" MMPI profiles revisited.

C S Newmark, P Chassin, D L Evans

    Journal of Clinical Psychology
    |January 1, 1984
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    This study replicated findings on hospitalized psychiatric patients with "floating" Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) profiles. Despite demographic differences, psychopathology and treatment response remained similar, with many patients diagnosed with borderline personality disorder or major depressive disorder.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Psychometrics

    Background:

    • The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is a widely used psychometric tool for assessing psychopathology.
    • "Floating" MMPI profiles have been observed in certain patient populations, but their characteristics require updated investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To replicate and update the characteristics of hospitalized psychiatric patients exhibiting "floating" MMPI profiles.
    • To compare current patient data with historical findings on this specific MMPI profile type.

    Main Methods:

    • A sample of 69 hospitalized psychiatric patients with "floating" MMPI profiles was analyzed.
    • Demographic data, historical information, psychopathology, observed symptoms, and treatment response were examined.

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  • Patients were diagnosed using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Third Edition (DSM-III).

    • Main Results:

    • Demographic characteristics of the current sample differed from historical data.
    • However, historical information, types of psychopathology, observed symptoms, and treatment response showed marked similarities.
    • Approximately 30% of patients met DSM-III criteria for borderline character disorder.
    • An additional 20% met DSM-III criteria for major depressive disorder.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings suggest that despite potential demographic shifts, the core clinical features and treatment outcomes associated with "floating" MMPI profiles remain consistent.
    • Borderline character disorder and major depressive disorder are significant diagnoses within this patient group.
    • This research reinforces the clinical utility of the MMPI in identifying specific patient profiles and guiding diagnostic and treatment strategies.