MMPI profiles of adolescent substance abusers in treatment

Adolescence. 1990 Fall;25(99):567-72.

Abstract

The non-K-corrected MMPI profiles of 243 adolescents presenting themselves for chemical dependency treatment in a residential setting were examined. Results suggested a general lack of psychopathology in this population, although a significant elevation on the Pd scale did emerge. These data are compared to the findings of previous studies with both adolescent and adult populations.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Alcoholism / psychology
  • Alcoholism / rehabilitation
  • Cocaine
  • Female
  • Humans
  • MMPI*
  • Male
  • Marijuana Abuse / psychology
  • Marijuana Abuse / rehabilitation
  • Personality Development*
  • Psychometrics
  • Residential Treatment
  • Substance-Related Disorders / psychology*
  • Substance-Related Disorders / rehabilitation

Substances

  • Cocaine