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Measure the accuracy of an individual's responses to testsPearson Clinical distributes but does not publish this product.
Paulhus Deception Scales
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Paulhus Deception Scales

PDS

Delroy L. Paulhus
Measure the accuracy of an individual's responses to testsPearson Clinical distributes but does not publish this product.
Publication date:
1998
Completion time:
5 to 7 minutes
Administration:
Individual; Manual scoring
Age range:
Adult
Qualification level:
C

The PDS is a self-report instrument that identifies individuals who, when responding to assessments and rating scales, distort their responses.

It is designed to be administered concurrently with other instruments to indicate the validity of the results of the other instruments. It contains 40 items that use contemporary, gender-neutral language.

Key areas measured

  • Impression management
  • Self-Deceptive Enhancement