Autonomy-Dependence Questionnaire Test
Understand whether someone tends to act independently or lean on others in about 4 minutes. A quick 20 item check that supports counseling, education, hiring, and tracking change over time.
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Autonomy-Dependence Scale (AS)
Average
12.9
Normal range
10 — 15.8
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0
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20
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What does this questionnaire measure?
It screens how a person typically organizes activity: acting independently or relying on others for guidance. Results describe a dominant orientation toward autonomy or dependence.
Who can take it, and which form should be used?
There are forms for adults/young adults, adolescents ages 12–15, and students in grades 3–4. For ages 5–7, a separate projective method is used instead of the questionnaire.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Average completion time is about 4 minutes. It contains 20 questions.
How should responses be completed?
Read each item and choose the option that best matches typical behavior, not an exceptional situation. Answer all items without spending excessive time on any single question.
Can it be used more than once to track change?
Yes, it can be repeated to monitor shifts after counseling, training, or other interventions. Scores can be compared across administrations to estimate change over time.
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Autonomy-Dependence Questionnaire Test - Symptoms and Signs
This brief self-report measure assesses individual differences in self-regulation style, focusing on autonomy versus reliance on others. The Autonomy-Dependence Questionnaire is intended to clarify whether a person typically initiates and manages activities independently or tends to seek guidance and support. It includes 20 items and takes about 4 minutes to complete.
Items ask about common decision-making and behavior patterns relevant to independent functioning and help-seeking. In applied settings, the Autonomy-Dependence Questionnaire may be used to support case formulation and to monitor change over time, when interpreted within the broader clinical or evaluation context. The measure is attributed to Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan.
Author: Edward L. Deci, Richard M. Ryan
Literature: Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. The “what” and “why” of goal pursuits: Human needs and the self-determination of behavior. Psychological Inquiry. 2000.; Bornstein, R. F. The dependent personality: Developmental, social, and clinical perspectives. Psychological Bulletin. 1992.
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