“…Second, several research studies indicate that the elevations in mean domain scale scores are affected by response bias, altering the overall profile and, in effect, decreasing the interpretative accuracy and utility of the NEO PI-R profile. Individuals who underreport or attempt to present themselves in an overly positive light tend to score significantly lower on Neuroticism and higher on Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Conscientiousness domain scales relative to individuals who approach the instrument in a more straightforward manner; a reverse pattern of domain scale elevations emerges for individuals overreporting psychological difficulties or otherwise attempting to create a negative impression (Bagby & Marshall, 2003;Ballenger, Caldwell-Andrews, & Baer, 2001;Berry et al, 2001;Caldwell-Andrews, Baer, & Berry, 2000;Furnham, 1997;Paulhus et al, 1995;Reid-Seiser & Fritzsche, 2001;Rosse, Stecher, Miller, & Levin, 1998;Scandell & Wlazelek, 1999; see Topping & O'Gorman, 1997;see Sellbom & Bagby, in press, for a review).…”