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Studies of validity for the Prison Control Scale

D N Pugh1

  • 1Social Work Department, Youngstown State University, Ohio 44555, USA.

Psychological Reports
|July 24, 1998
PubMed
Summary

The Prison Control Scale effectively measures locus of control in prisoners, aiding their adjustment during and after incarceration. Validity studies confirm its reliability for assessing prisoner psychological adjustment.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Locus of control is crucial for prisoner adjustment.
  • The Prison Control Scale is a key measure for this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct validity studies on the Prison Control Scale.
  • To assess the scale's reliability in measuring locus of control in prisoners.

Main Methods:

  • Construct validity was tested using four methods.
  • Concurrent and known-groups validity were also assessed.

Main Results:

  • The validity studies provided strong support for the scale.
  • Results indicate the Prison Control Scale is a valid measure.

Conclusions:

  • The Prison Control Scale is a valid instrument for assessing locus of control in prisoners.
  • Further research and scale assessment are recommended.

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