Dr. Zytowics wants to assess the extent to which a client is suffering from depression, social withdrawal, and other symptoms of an emotional disorder. Which personality inventory would be most helpful for this purpose?

a.the MMPI
b.the Rorschach
c.the TAT
d.the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

Respuesta :

Answer:

a. the MMPI

Explanation:

The MMPI stands for Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory.

The MMPI is mainly intended to test individuals who are doubted or suspected to suffer from mental health issues or some other clinical issues. It is the psychological test which assesses the personality traits as well as psychopathology.

The MMPI was designed by the University of Minnesota to determine the personality structure of humans.

In the context, Dr. Zytowics who wishes to test his client suffering from social withdrawal, depression and other personality and social disorder may use the MMPI to test his client.

Hence the correct option is (a).