Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised

The Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R) is a tool used by mental health professionals to assess psychopathy in individuals, particularly in criminal settings. It consists of a 20-item questionnaire that evaluates personality traits and behaviors, such as lack of empathy, impulsivity, and manipulativeness. Each item is scored on a scale from 0 to 2, with a higher total score indicating a greater likelihood of psychopathic traits. The PCL-R helps in understanding an individual’s risk for reoffending and their potential for rehabilitation, contributing to both clinical assessments and criminal justice decisions.