Are feigning screens “competent to stand trial”? A systematic review and meta-analysis of the Miller Forensic Assessment of Symptoms Test, Atypical Presentation Scales, and Structured Inventory of Malingered Symptomatology.

Key Points

• To assess the effectiveness of the M-FAST and ATP scales in identifying those who do not need further symptom validity testing.
• Systematic review of existing literature
• Meta-analysis of M-FAST and ATP scale effectiveness
• Evaluation of false positive rates
• M-FAST and ATP scales effectively identify examinees needing no further testing
• Elevated false positive rates warrant follow-up assessments for positive results
• Overall competence assessment necessity is highlighted for trial readiness