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Modified Personality Assessment Schedule

223 Shared Subjects

N/A
Clinical Assessments
Personality
02/29/2016
m_pas01
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Definition
Submission Template
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR* subject_key_mother
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project mpas_src_subject_id, src_subject_id_mother
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY mpas_date
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month. mom_age
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth
M;F; O; NR
M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender, gender_m
mpas_admin String 5 Recommended Was the Modified Personality Assessment Schedule (MPAS) administered?
Query childpresent String 5 Recommended Was the child present during the assessment?
Yes;No
mpas_child_present
Query mpas_consensus_file Integer Recommended Copy of MPAS Consensus Code
Query mpas_aloof_3 Float Recommended Aloof 3-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; 1= Mild ; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_aloof_5 Float Recommended Aloof 5-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; .5; 1= Mild ; 1.5; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_rigid_3 Float Recommended Rigid 3-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; 1= Mild ; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_rigid_5 Float Recommended Rigid 5-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; .5 ; 1= Mild ; 1.5; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_overly_3 Float Recommended Overly Conscientious 3-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; 1= Mild ; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_overly_5 Float Recommended Overly Conscientious 5 -point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; .5 ; 1= Mild ; 1.5; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_untactful_3 Float Recommended Untactful 3-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; 1= Mild ; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_untactful_5 Float Recommended Untactful 5-point scale 0::2;8 0= Absent ; .5 ; 1= Mild ; 1.5; 2= Present ; 8= Cannot judge
Query mpas_3traits Integer Recommended Number of traits present (aloof, rigid, untactful) if([mpas_aloof_3] = "2"= 1= 0) + if([mpas_untactful_3]="2"= 1= 0) + if([mpas_rigid_3]="2"= 1= 0)
Query mpas_status Integer Recommended For this form, what is the BAP status of the participant? 0;1 0= Negative ; 1= Positive
Query mpas_1 Integer Recommended Aloof: a lack of interest in or enjoyment from being with people. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_2 Integer Recommended Untactful: behaviour that leads to, or apparently does not respond to, suffering in others. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_3 Integer Recommended Anxious/worrying: nervousness, anxiety or worrying. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_4 Integer Recommended Hypersensitivity: distress at comments or behaviour of others that are felt to be critical or insensitive 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_5 Integer Recommended Conscientious: perfectionism, fussiness or an unusual need for plans 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_6 Integer Recommended Rigid: difficulty adjusting to new situations or altered routines. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_7 Integer Recommended Impulsive: responding without deliberation which results in acts that are unwanted, superfluous or unrelated to the subject's needs. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_8 Integer Recommended Undemonstrative: restricted range of affective expression. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_9 Integer Recommended Shy: social anxiety in spite of a desire to mix with others. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_10 Integer Recommended Unresponsiveness: a lack of responsiveness to the social-emotional cues of others 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_11 Integer Recommended Suspicious: unsubstantiated belief, often held with some conviction (but not amounting to a paranoid delusion) that others are conspiring against the subject 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_12 Integer Recommended Aggressive: repeatedly argumentative, abusive, violent or dangerous behaviour. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_13 Integer Recommended Irritability: 'edgy', 'easily triggered', 'shorttempered' 'snappy' behaviour. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_14 Integer Recommended Magical thinking: belief that one has powers, or that there are signs which have special meanings (e.g. good luck omens) 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_15 Integer Recommended Eccentric: unusual habits or interest 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_16 Integer Recommended Submissive: repeated giving in to the demands of others. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_17 Integer Recommended Hypochondriasis: an unfounded preoccupation with ill-health. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
Query mpas_18 Integer Recommended Self-conscious: a feeling in public places that people are watching and commenting, often critically, on attributes such as one's performance or appearance. 0::7 0 = characteristic is not present.; 1 = the individual feels that the characteristic is present but cannot give adequate examples to illustrate in what circumstances the trait appears and how it affects them.; 2 = the individual can describe examples of where the characteristic is apparent to them or others and that the characteristic is either present at an intensity greater than what one typically would expect in a particular situation (high intensity) or that the characteristic occurs in response to a stimulus that in others generally does not elicit such behaviour or feelings (low threshold).; 3 = there is a marked contrast regarding the presence or absence of the trait in any two major areas of a subject's life (situational).; 4 = there is no clear contrast in the expression of the trait across situations (pervasive).; 5 = the characteristic has contributed to at least an occasional decrease in functioning, noticeable to others, but for which others do not have to make allowances (mild impairment).; 6 = the characteristic is seen to contribute to a regular decrease in the subjects functioning, although there are times when the subject functions satisfactorily (moderate impairment).; 7 = the subject's life is dominated by breakdowns which are thought to be the result of a particular personality characteristic and that there is little or no normal functioning without the considerable help of others (severe impairment)
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