Tag: DSQ
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personality · 6 min
DSQ Scores: What Is Normal and How to Interpret the Results
The DSQ has no single "passing" line; it measures the relative balance between three defense types. This guide explains normal ranges, why mature defenses aren't always better, and how masking scores affect your interpretation.
personality · 5 min
How to Interpret DSQ Scores: Meaning of High/Low Results and the Four Defense Factors
The Defense Style Questionnaire (DSQ) reveals your preferred psychological defenses under stress. Learn to interpret the four factors—im mature, mature, intermediate, and masking—and navigate common scoring misconceptions.