{"product_id":"essentials-of-mcmi-iv-assessment-isbn-9781119236429","title":"Essentials of MCMI-IV Assessment","description":"\u003cb\u003eQuickly acquire the knowledge and skills you need to administer, score, and interpret the MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssentials of MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive source of up-to-date, practical information for clinicians and students using the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV inventory. Step-by-step guidelines walk you through the process of administering the assessment, with a profile and demonstration of the clinical process from administration to treatment. Expert discussion helps inform higher-quality therapeutic interventions. The link between assessment and intervention is emphasized throughout, as well as coverage of relevant populations and clinical applications, to provide a well-rounded understanding while illuminating the uses of the MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book provides instruction and clarification from \u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e foremost experts to help you achieve better outcomes for your clients. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow step-by-step guidelines for administering the MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognize the connection between data and intervention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove quality and accuracy of therapeutic applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain a more practical understanding of the MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV assessment process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe MCMI \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV assesses a wide range of information related to a client's personality, emotional adjustment, test-taking approach, and other critical information. Interpretation and reporting serve as a basis from which therapeutic interventions are designed, so quality and accuracy is of utmost importance every step of the way. \u003ci\u003eEssentials of MCMI\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e-IV Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e is the most authoritative, up-to-date resource in the field, and a must-have reference for anyone who uses the test. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Figures xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Tables xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeries Preface xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne: History and Development of the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Through MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstruction of the Legacy MCMI Tests (MCMI, MCMI-II, MCMI-III) 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelopment of the MCMI-IV 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo: MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV and Millon Evolutionary Theory 19\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonality as Focal Point in Clinical Assessment and Intervention 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn Evolutionary Model of Personality 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMotivating Aims 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblematic Patterns in Motivating Aims 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLevels of Adaptiveness 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructural and Functional Domains 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying Millon’s Evolutionary Theory to the MCMI-IV 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree: Administration and Scoring 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdministration 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScoring 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFour: Sections and Scales 41\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValidity and Modifying Indices 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoteworthy Responses 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Personality Patterns 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSevere Personality Pathology 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Syndromes 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSevere Clinical Syndromes 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrossman Facet Scales 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFive: Interpretive Principles 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRole of Personality in Assessment: A Recapitulation 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding an Integrative MCMI-IV Interpretation 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrating the Overall Clinical Picture 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSix: Therapeutic Alliance Building 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing the MCMI-IV to the Examinee 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing the Examinee for Feedback 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Examiner’s Initial Preparation for Feedback 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving Away From Labels 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Examinee’s Test-Taking Style (Modifying Indices) 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage of the Theory = Language of Alliance 1: Individual Personality Scales 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage of the Theory = Language of Alliance 2: Multiple Personality Scales 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage of the Theory = Language of Alliance 3: Facet Scales 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage of the Theory = Language of Alliance 4: Clinical Symptomology 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeven: Strengths and Weaknesses of the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV 123\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eA. Jordan Wright\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengths 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWeaknesses 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinal Comment 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEight: Clinical Applications of the Millon Inventories 137\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey MCMI-IV Augmentation: Personality Spectra and Clinical Populations 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe MCMI-IV in Clinical Assessment 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecific Assessment Applications With the MCMI 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Millon Inventories 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Yourself 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNine: Illustrative Case Reports 151\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Example 1 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Example 2 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 177\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSETH GROSSMAN, Psy.D.\u003c\/b\u003e is the preeminent expert on Millon assessment and primary coauthor of the MCMI-IV test. He has led its development since January 2014. A longtime collaborator with Theodore Millon, he coauthored more than 40 texts, chapters, psychological instruments, and peer-reviewed articles related to Millon Inventories. Dr. Grossman is Director of the Center for Psychological Fitness in Cooper City, Florida. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBLAISE AMENDOLACE, Psy.D.\u003c\/b\u003e is the assessment coordinator for Florida Atlantic University's Counseling and Psychological Services. He specializes in therapeutic personality assessment and focuses on trauma and abuse survivors. He is an adjunct faculty member at several universities and is in group practice at The Center for Psychological Fitness.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete coverage of administration, scoring, interpretation, and reporting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert advice on avoiding common pitfalls\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eConveniently formatted for rapid reference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep-by-step instructions, insights, and clarifications from the foremost experts help you achieve better outcomes for your clients\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssentials of MCMI\u003c\/i\u003e\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003ci\u003e-IV\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAssessment\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive source of timely, hands-on information and guidance for clinicians and students who use the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV inventory. It walks you step-by-step through the process of administering the test, while providing a profile and demonstration of the clinical process from test administration to treatment. The link between assessment and intervention is emphasized throughout, and expert discussions help enhance the quality of interventions with a range of populations and clinical applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to provide a well-rounded understanding of the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV, illuminate its uses, and help you quickly acquire the knowledge and skills you need to administer, score, and interpret it, \u003ci\u003eEssentials of MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAssessment\u003c\/i\u003e:  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides step-by-step guidelines for administering and scoring the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures callout boxes highlighting key concepts, test questions, and extensive illustrative material\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrates the clinical process from inventory administration to treatment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes expert insights into the connections between data and interventions and how to use data when relating to patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers guidance on how to improve the quality and accuracy of therapeutic applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe most up-to-date and authoritative source of professional insight and guidance on the MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV, \u003ci\u003eEssentials of MCMI\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAssessment\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-have reference for anyone who uses the test.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther titles in the \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Psychological Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e series:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Intellectual Disability Assessment and Identification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Assessment Report Writing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Processing Assessment, Second Edition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of WISC\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-V Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of KTEA-3 and WIAT\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-III Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of WJ IV\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Cognitive Abilities Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of WJ IV\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Tests of Achievement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of WPPSI\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Cross-Battery Assessment, Third Edition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of KABC-II Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of WMS\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Specific Learning Disability Identification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Evidence-Based Academic Interventions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eVisit us on the Web at: \u003cb\u003ewww.wiley.com\/psychology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989161197797,"sku":"NP9781119236429","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119236429.jpg?v=1761783041","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/essentials-of-mcmi-iv-assessment-isbn-9781119236429","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}