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The quantitative and qualitative use of the Adaptability Questionnaire (ADQ)
Arctic Medical Research
|October 1, 1989
Summary
The Adaptability Rating Questionnaire (ADQ) effectively measured small group adaptability in a challenging Antarctic environment. This tool aids in assessing group readiness for extreme conditions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Environmental Science
- Sociology
Background:
- Assessing group dynamics in extreme environments is crucial for mission success.
- Existing tools may not adequately capture adaptability in hostile settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the construction and application of the Adaptability Rating Questionnaire (ADQ).
- To evaluate the ADQ's utility in measuring small group adaptability in an Antarctic field study.
Main Methods:
- Development of the brief Adaptability Rating Questionnaire (ADQ).
- Administration of the ADQ during a unique Antarctic field study.
- Comparative analysis of ratings from trained observers, peer groups, and subjects.
Main Results:
- The ADQ demonstrated utility in assessing group adaptability.
- Ratings from different sources (observer, peer, self) were compared.
- The questionnaire provided valuable insights into group functioning in an unusual environment.
Conclusions:
- The Adaptability Rating Questionnaire (ADQ) shows promise for measuring adaptability in hostile and unusual environments.
- The ADQ can contribute to the development of better assessment tools for extreme conditions.
- Further validation in diverse extreme settings is warranted.