As in the original version, the PCL–R: 2nd Edition provides a total score that is the most important score for the overall assessment of psychopathy. It provides complete coverage of each domain of psychopathic traits and behaviors. The PCL–R assesses Psychopathic Personality Disorders in forensic populations. This revision draws upon numerous articles, reports, presentations, and dissertations that have appeared since publication of the original PCL–R in 1991. Using it, you will find forensic assessments of psychopathy to be systematic and based on ironclad data and research. The second edition of the Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL–R: 2nd Edition) supplants its predecessor as the mandatory tool for assessing psychopathy. Time: Structured interview: 90 to 120 Minutes Collateral Review: 60 Minutes PCL-R assessment: 15 to 20 Minutes
Purpose: Assesses Psychopathic Personality Disorders in forensic populations