DPQ
Dependent Personality Questionnaire (DPQ)
The DPQ is a self-report instrument designed to screen for features of dependent personality disorder according to DSM criteria. It assesses the intensity of emotional dependency, indecisiveness, and submissiveness traits, which are often present in individuals with this disorder. The DPQ is useful for clinical screening and research, particularly in the exploration of personality disorders.
- Number of questions
- 15 questions
- Estimated duration
- 10 minutes
- Language
- English
- Original name
- Dependent Personality Questionnaire
- Target audience
- Adults
- Authors
- M. T. Hyler, R. C. Rieder, D. L. Williams, D. Spitzer (1988)
- Category
- General
Scoring & interpretation
Each item is rated on a Likert-type scale (usually from 1 to 4). High scores indicate a greater presence of dependent traits. It is recommended to interpret the total score in combination with the clinical interview.
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