Construct Validity of the German Version of the Hare Psychopathy Checklist – Revised
Abstract
psychopathy. The PCL-R is a 20-item observer rating instrument based on file review and a semi-structured interview. The current study aimed
to investigate the validity of the German adaptation of the PCL-R, its factor structure, construct validity, and association with socially desirable
responding in a sample of male offenders (N = 118). A parcel model with four facets and two factors yielded excellent model fit. Convergent
and discriminant validity were assessed based on correlational analyses, a multitrait-multimethod (MTMM) matrix, and a canonical correlation
analysis (CCA) including measures of psychopathy, antisocial personality disorder (ASPD), global personality dimensions, alexithymia, and
impulsivity. The MTMM matrix as well as substantial associations with self-reported psychopathic traits and observer ratings of ASPD indicated convergent validity. Correlational analyses revealed that Factor 1 of the PCL-R was associated with low neuroticism, whereas Factor
2 was associated with impulsivity as well as with low agreeableness and conscientiousness. The PCL-R total score and Factor 2 were
negatively correlated with impression management. Overall, the current findings support the validity of the German adaptation of the PCL-R.
Bibliografische Daten
Originalsprache | Englisch |
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Status | Veröffentlicht - 2020 |
Extern publiziert | Ja |
Anmerkungen des Dekanats
Diese Publikation wurde NICHT durch das UKE betreut, sondern durch die Universität Zürich und die Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik Zürich. Leider konnte ich das oben im entsprechenden Abschnitt nicht angeben.