Which Malingering Measure Has Been Extensively Validated Using Both Simulation

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which malingering measure has been extensively validated using both simulation and known-group design studies?

• A)Structured Interview of Reported Symptoms (SIRS)
• B)Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)
• C)M Test
• D)F Scale Test
• E)Symptom Validity Test

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Definitions:

Social Circumstances

The environmental, cultural, and economic contexts in which an individual lives and interacts, shaping their experiences and behaviors.

Psychologically Disordered Behavior

Actions or patterns of behavior that are associated with distress or disability and are not culturally expected.

Biological Evolution

The process by which species of organisms change over time through variations in genetics and traits, leading to the emergence of new species.

Genetically Influenced Abnormalities

Disorders or conditions that are significantly affected by genetic factors, which can lead to deviations from the typical or expected physical or mental development.