title: Use of local norms to improve high-point code-type concordance of two short forms of the MMPI.
abstract: Criticisms of short forms of the MMPI have been based on claims of unsatisfactory high-point code-type concordance rates. The use of local norms has been suggested as a possible solution for these low concordance rates. In this study local norms for three client populations were developed for the MMPI-168 and Faschingbauer's abbreviated MMPI. These local norms did not significantly increase high-point code-type concordance. Possible explanations for these findings are discussed and suggestions for future research offered.
authors.affiliation: Dept. of Psychology, North Texas State University, Denton 76203, USA.
authors.forename: F W
authors.initials: FW
authors.lastname: Bennett
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Cimbolic