Hare Psychopathy Checklist (Original) (PCL-22)
What is the PCL‑22?
The Original Hare Psychopathy Checklist (PCL‑22) is a psychological screening tool created in the 1970s by Dr. Robert D. Hare. It measures 22 personality traits and behaviors—such as superficial charm, pathological lying, lack of empathy, impulsivity, and antisocial tendencies—to assess possible psychopathic characteristics.
Though later succeeded by the widely used 20-item PCL‑R, the PCL‑22 remains a valuable instrument for both research and clinical self-screening.
🧭 How to Take the PCL‑22 Assessment
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Click the link below to open the PCL‑22 quiz.
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Go through each of the 22 statements, reflecting on whether traits like “superficial charm” or “lack of remorse” apply to you.
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For each item, choose from the three options:
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Definitely Present
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Possibly Present
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Definitely Absent
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Submit your responses to receive a score that indicates how closely your traits align with those typically seen in individuals measured by the checklist.
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