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This study introduces a general factor of impulsivity (I) and a new scale, AIMS, to measure it. Findings support impulsivity as a stable, predictive trait, challenging its rejection as a construct.

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  • Behavioral Science
  • Personality Research

Background:

  • Impulsivity is a key personality trait, but inconsistent definitions and measurements have led to debate about its validity.
  • Previous research has struggled to reconcile self-report and behavioral measures of impulsivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address inconsistencies in impulsivity measurement through a large-scale study.
  • To investigate the underlying structure of impulsivity and develop a reliable measurement tool.

Main Methods:

  • A large sample (N=1,676) completed 48 impulsivity measures (self-report and behavioral) and reported related behaviors.
  • Bifactor analysis identified a general impulsivity factor (I) and six specific factors.
  • A new scale, the Adjustable Impulsivity Scale (AIMS), was developed to measure factor I.

Main Results:

  • Correlations were higher among self-report measures than behavioral tasks or between self-report and behavioral measures.
  • General factor I, primarily from self-reports, showed high reliability and predictive power for impulsivity-related behaviors.
  • The AIMS scale demonstrated excellent psychometric properties and predictive validity, even in shorter versions.

Conclusions:

  • Impulsivity is a stable, measurable, and predictive psychological construct, contrary to some recent suggestions.
  • The bifactorial structure of impulsivity and the AIMS scale offer significant advancements in conceptualization and measurement.
  • This research supports the continued use and refinement of impulsivity as a valid psychological construct.