SPA 2023 - Characterizing models of psychopathology using the interpersonal circumplex (2 CEs)

Abstract

This collection of submissions will examine the projections of different forms of psychopathology onto interpersonal circumplex measures. Martin and Dowgwillo will present projections of HiTOP dimensions onto interpersonal circumplex measures. Molina and Dowgwillo will present projections of empirically and theoretically derived defense mechanism factors onto the interpersonal circumplex. Rodriguez et al. will present projections of psychopathy measures onto interpersonal circumplex measures, including interpersonal influence tactics. Paez et al. will use circumplex measures to examine gender differences in interpersonal presentations of the triarchic model of psychopathy. This symposium will provide an overview of how the interpersonal circumplex is useful as a conceptual and practical anchor across psychological constructs and disorders.

Chair

Jared Ruchensky | Sam Houston State University

Goals & Objectives

1. Compare projections on the interpersonal circumplex with empirically versus theoretically identified defense mechanisms.
2. Become familiar with and consider the interpersonal nature of the HiTOP model.
3. Compare measures of psychopathy using the interpersonal circumplex as a framework.
4. Describe gender differences on the triarchic model of psychopathy.