DUTIFUL

The Dutiful scale concerns being compliant, conforming, and eager to please others.

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DUTIFUL
DUTIFUL

BEHAVIOR RANGE

LOW

HIGH

No Risk Dutiful

Can be described as challenging, independent, unconventional

LOW

HIGH

No Risk Dutiful

Can be described as peaceful, content, relaxed

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SUBSCALES: A DEEPER LEVEL OF INTERPRETATION

 

indecisive

HIGH
LOW

x

HIGH

Overly reliant on others for advice and reluctant to act independently; careful to seek approval and/or consensus before making decisions.

x

LOW

Independent and self-sufficient; may fail to solicit advice or gain buy-in from others when making decisions; may be too quick to dismiss others’ input.

ingratiating

HIGH
LOW

x

HIGH

Excessively eager to please one’s superiors, telling them what they want to hear; seems overly deferential and hesitant to express strong opinions.

x

LOW

Self-reliant and tough-minded; may seem insubordinate, may contradict others, or seem unwilling to play politics.

conforming

HIGH
LOW

x

HIGH

Takes pride in supporting one’s superiors and following their orders regardless of one’s personal opinion; seems overly cooperative, obedient, and excessively concerned with compliance.

x

LOW

Challenging, willing to express opinions, but may come across as rebellious, defiant, or disloyal at times; may be inappropriately challenging or contentious.

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