Journal: Journal of health psychology
Article Title: Locus of control and pain: Validity of the Form C of the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control scales when used with adolescents.
PMID/MRN: 27682338
Publication Date: 2016-Sep-28
Abstract:
The objective of this study was to examine the factor structure, reliability, and validity of the Form C of the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control scales in adolescents. A confirmatory factor analysis indicated that adequate fit of a four-factor model and the internal consistency of the scales were adequate. Criterion validity of the four scales of the Form C of the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control was also supported by significant correlations with measures of pain-related self-efficacy, anxiety, and coping strategies. The results indicate that the four Form C of the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control scale scores are reliable and valid and therefore support their use to assess pain-related locus of control beliefs in adolescents.
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