Dark Dozen Questionnaire (DTDD) Test

See how strongly dark-triad traits show up in you in 3 minutes. Just 12 items deliver clear scores fast for screening, research, or clinical use.

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How the Scales are Structured

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11/20

Machiavellianism (M)

Measures a pragmatic, manipulative interpersonal style marked by cynicism about morality and a focus on self-interest.

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4 – 6.8: Low | 6.8 – 14.4: Moderate | 14.4 – 20: High

A score of 11 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting occasional strategic or self-interested behavior without a consistently manipulative style.

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12/20

Psychopathy (P)

Measures the degree of impulsivity, callousness, and low empathy linked to a tendency to disregard social norms.

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Moderate

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4 – 5: Low | 6 – 11: Moderate | 12 – 20: High

A score of 12 falls in the High range, suggesting relatively pronounced callousness and impulsivity compared with lower scores on this scale.

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10/20

Narcissism (N)

This scale measures the tendency toward grandiosity, need for admiration, and lower empathy in self-focused behavior.

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4 – 9: Low | 10 – 16: Moderate | 17 – 20: High

A score of 10 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable but not pronounced tendency toward attention-seeking and self-importance.

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People analyzing relationships

41%OF USERS

They want to understand whether manipulation, coldness, or attention-seeking patterns are showing up in themselves or partners, friends, or coworkers.

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33%OF USERS

They use a quick screen to estimate darker personality tendencies that can affect teamwork, leadership style, and workplace risk.

Psychology students and researchers

26%OF USERS

They take it for coursework or studies to measure Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy fast and compare scores across groups.

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Machiavellianism (M)

Average

9.7

Normal range

7.5 — 12

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Psychopathy (P)

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10.7

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8.5 — 12.9

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Narcissism (N)

Average

15.1

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13 — 17.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It provides brief scores for three Dark Triad traits: Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. The focus is on non-clinical tendencies rather than diagnosis.

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

Completion typically takes about 3 minutes. The questionnaire includes 12 items.

How should items be answered?

Rate each statement based on how well it describes typical attitudes or behavior. Respond to all items and avoid overthinking individual answers.

How are results reported and interpreted?

Results are reported as separate numerical scores for each trait. Higher scores indicate a stronger presence of the corresponding tendency within a non-clinical range.

What are appropriate uses and key limits of this measure?

It is suitable for research, rapid screening, and supporting a broader psychological assessment. It does not establish clinical diagnoses or predict specific behavior in a single person.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Dark Dozen Questionnaire (DTDD) Test

machiavellianism narcissism psychopathy dark triad

In clinical and research settings, brief tools are sometimes used to screen for socially aversive personality tendencies. The Dark Dozen Questionnaire (DTDD) is a short self-report measure designed to assess traits commonly described as the Dark Triad: Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy.

The instrument consists of 12 items and typically requires about 3 minutes to complete. Respondents rate the extent to which each statement reflects their typical attitudes or behaviors, yielding separate scores for each trait domain that can support rapid descriptive profiling.

The Dark Dozen Questionnaire (DTDD) was developed by Kevin M. Williams and is generally used for screening and research purposes rather than for diagnosis. Results should be interpreted in context and alongside other clinical information, particularly when used in applied decision-making.

Author: delroy-l-paulhus, Kevin M. Williams

Literature: Paulhus, D. L., & Williams, K. M. The dark triad of personality: Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. Journal of Research in Personality. 2002.; Jonason, P. K., & Webster, G. D. The dirty dozen: A concise measure of the dark triad. Psychological Assessment. 2010.

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