Cross‐validation of the Kudrow‐Sutkus MMPI Classification System for Diagnosing Headache Type

Authors

• Frank Andrasik, State University of New York Albany
• Edward B. Blanchard, State University of New York Albany
• John G. Arena, State University of New York Albany
• Steven J. Teders, State University of New York Albany
• Lawrence D. Rodichok, Albany Medical College

Abstract

SYNOPSIS In order to determine the generality of the Kudrow‐Sutkus (1979) MMPI classification system for diagnosing headache type, a cross‐validation analysis was performed on 99 headache subjects. Results indicated a high level of support for Kudrow‐Sutkus' Group A (migraine and cluster) classification criteria (65.4% and 75.0% correct assignments for female and male subjects, respectively) but a low level of support for Kudrow‐Sutkus' Group B (combined and chronic scalp muscle tension) classification criteria (5.9% and 25.2% correct assignments for female and male subjects, respectively). Possible reasons accounting for these differences are discussed. Copyright © 1982, Wiley Blackwell. All rights reserved

Publication Title

Headache the Journal of Head and Face Pain

Recommended Citation

Andrasik, F., Blanchard, E., Arena, J., Teders, S., & Rodichok, L. (1982). Cross‐validation of the Kudrow‐Sutkus MMPI Classification System for Diagnosing Headache Type. Headache the Journal of Head and Face Pain, 22 (1), 2-5. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1526-4610.1982.hed2201002.x