Description

The CPI Good Impression (Gi) Scale is part of the California Psychological Inventory (CPI) and is used to assess an individual’s tendency to create a positive impression of themselves, whether this is genuine or not. By analyzing a person’s responses to the questionnaire, it is possible to determine the degree of social desirability and conformity to social expectations.

Purpose

The main purpose of the CPI Good Impression Scale is to evaluate an individual’s tendency to present themselves in a socially acceptable and desirable way, regardless of their actual personality or behavior.

Analysis

The CPI Good Impression Scale includes questions that assess self-presentation and social acceptance. Responses are usually rated on a scale ranging from “strongly agree” to “strongly disagree”, and the overall score is calculated from the sum of responses.

Scoring

The scoring of the CPI Good Impression Scale is based on an individual’s answers to the items. High scores indicate a strong tendency toward socially desirable responding and social desirability.

References

Gough, H. G. (1994). California Psychological Inventory Administrator’s Guide. Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.
Gough, H. G., & Bradley, P. (1996). CPI Manual: Third Edition. Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.
Tellegen, A., & Gough, H. G. (1994). Manual for the California Psychological Inventory. Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.