معرفی
David M. McCord is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Western Carolina University, based in the Department of Psychology within the College of Education and Allied Professions. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Alabama, along with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from Western Carolina University and Duke University, respectively. His research focuses on clinical psychological assessment methods, particularly the MMPI-3 and MMPI-2-RF instruments, suicide risk screening, and hierarchical-dimensional models of psychological dysfunction. He has developed tools like the M5-50 Questionnaire for personality assessment and contributed to workshops such as the 2017 SEPA MMPI-2-RF Workshop. His work emphasizes evidence-based practices, tele-assessment during crises, and translational tools for primary medical care.
- Education: Ph.D., University of Alabama; MA, Western Carolina University; BA, Duke University
- Key Projects: M5-50 Questionnaire, MMPI-3 validation studies, Multidimensional Behavioral Health Screen
- Affiliations: American Psychological Association, Western Carolina University
Research Interests
His research spans clinical assessment methodologies, including psychometric validation of instruments like the MMPI-3 and MMPI-2-RF. He explores suicide risk screening in postpartum and primary care settings, emphasizing algorithmic approaches for rapid identification. His work on personality theory includes studies on the Five-Factor Model and its applications in education and clinical practice. He advocates for integrating psychological assessment into healthcare systems through tools like the Multidimensional Behavioral Health Screen (MBHS).
Recent Article Trends
His recent publications (2020–2024) highlight advancements in MMPI-3 validation, suicide risk detection algorithms, and tele-assessment protocols. He also addresses critiques of restructuring clinical scales and defends their psychometric utility in forensic and medical settings.
Awards and Recognition
No formal awards are listed in the provided texts.
Advising & Grants
No specific grants or advisee information is available. His professional contributions focus on developing assessment tools and training programs.
Labs & Teams
He collaborates with institutions like the University of Minnesota Press and Kent State University on MMPI-related resources. His work is disseminated through workshops and online repositories like PAWS.WCU.EDU.
