Manipulative Attitude Scale Test

See how likely someone is to use manipulation in communication in about 3 minutes. A quick 20 item screen that supports counseling, team coaching, and hiring with clear, actionable insight.

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64/100

Manipulative Attitude (MA)

Measures the extent to which a person tends to use manipulative strategies in interpersonal communication to influence others.

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20 – 40: Low | 41 – 60: Moderate | 61 – 100: High

A score of 64 falls in the High range, suggesting a relatively strong tendency to rely on manipulative approaches when interacting with others.

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Psychologists and counselors

41%OF USERS

They use it as a quick screening tool to spot manipulative tendencies that may affect relationships and therapy progress.

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34%OF USERS

They take it to better judge how candidates or employees influence others and whether manipulation could disrupt teamwork.

People improving communication

25%OF USERS

They take it out of self-interest to understand whether they rely on covert pressure and what to work on in everyday interactions.

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Manipulative Attitude Scale (MAS)

Average

77.6

Normal range

65.2 — 90

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100

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What does this scale measure?

It measures the tendency to use manipulation as a communication strategy. Results reflect how strongly manipulative attitudes are expressed.

How is the test completed?

Read each statement and rate the level of agreement using the provided response options. Answer based on typical behavior rather than a single event.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

It takes about 3 minutes to complete. It includes 20 statements.

How should the results be interpreted?

Scores are reported as a level indicating low, moderate, or high expression of manipulative attitudes. Interpretation should consider the context and other assessment information.

Is the scale a diagnostic tool?

No, it is a screening measure of a communication-related trait and does not provide a clinical diagnosis. Follow-up assessment may be needed when results raise concerns.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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Manipulative Attitude Scale Test

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This brief self-report measure screens for tendencies to endorse manipulative approaches in interpersonal contexts. The Manipulative Attitude Scale is intended to support an initial estimate of how strongly an individual agrees with statements reflecting instrumental or controlling social attitudes.

It consists of 20 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete, using agreement-based ratings. Results are generally interpreted as an index of relative endorsement of manipulative attitudes and may be used to inform follow-up clinical interviewing or broader assessment.

The Manipulative Attitude Scale is commonly referenced in relation to work by Paulhus, D. L., and Christie, R.

Author: Christie, R., Paulhus, D. L.

Literature: Paulhus, D. L., & Williams, K. M. The dark triad of personality: Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. Journal of Research in Personality. 2002.

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