Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC) Test

Understand how someone views control in their rehab and recovery in about 2 minutes. This 9 item scale supports personalized planning, motivation coaching, and engagement insights.
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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025
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20/36
Recovery Locus of Control (RLoC)
Measures how strongly a person believes their own actions and responsibility influence recovery after illness or injury.
Low internal control
Moderate internal control
High internal control
012Low internal control1324Moderate internal control2536High internal control
A score of 20 indicates a moderate sense of personal control and motivation toward engaging in the recovery process.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Rehab patients in recovery
46%OF USERS
People recovering after injury, surgery, or illness take it to understand how much they feel personally in control of their rehabilitation progress.
Physical therapists and clinicians
34%OF USERS
Rehabilitation professionals use it to gauge a patient’s mindset and tailor motivation, communication, and treatment planning.
Caregivers and family members
20%OF USERS
Close relatives take it to better support a loved one by recognizing whether encouragement should focus on autonomy or external help.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
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Recovery Locus of Control Scale, RLOC (RLoCSR)
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17.8
Normal range
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36
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures beliefs about control over recovery, including personal influence and reliance on external factors. Results describe where responsibility for progress is perceived to lie.
Who is this questionnaire intended for?
It is intended for people participating in rehabilitation after injury or illness. It may also be used in clinical follow-up to understand readiness to engage in recovery tasks.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
It typically takes about 2 minutes to complete. It includes 9 items.
How should items be answered?
Answer each item based on current beliefs and typical reactions during recovery. Select the option that best matches the first response without overthinking.
How are results used in rehabilitation planning?
Results can guide selection of motivational supports and self-management strategies. They may also help identify areas where additional coaching or education is needed.
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About This Assessment

Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC) Test - Symptoms and Signs

Perceptions of personal control during rehabilitation can shape engagement and adherence to treatment. The Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC) is a brief self-report measure designed to assess whether an individual attributes recovery outcomes primarily to internal factors (e.g., personal effort) or to external factors (e.g., chance or others).

It contains 9 items and typically requires about 2 minutes to complete. Items are phrased as short statements rated by the respondent, yielding an index of recovery-related locus of control that can be used to inform clinical formulation and guide supportive, motivational, or psychoeducational interventions. The Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC) was developed by Johnston and Partridge.

Author: Johnston, M., Partridge, C.
Literature: Wallston, K. A., Wallston, B. S., & DeVellis, R. Development of the multidimensional health locus of control scales. Health Education Monographs. 1978.; Partridge, C., & Johnston, M. Perceived control of recovery from physical disability: Measurement and prediction. British Journal of Clinical Psychology. 1989.
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