Home
Psychological tests
Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC)

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.

Start Online Test

Questions: 92 minutes

Hi! My name is Freudly, i am an AI therapist, I will give you an interpretation of the test after you complete it.

08:30

October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025
Material has been updated

October 2, 2025
Material has been published

30096 views

3770 completions

3107 likes

Scale Explorer

How the Scales are Structured

example score

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

0 – 12: Low internal control | 13 – 24: Moderate internal control | 25 – 36: High internal control

A score of 20 indicates a moderate sense of personal control and motivation toward engaging in the recovery process.

Start Online Test

just completed the test

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.

RESULTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE

What You’ll See After You Finish the Test

Scale Results
— Explained Clearly

Your scores across each test scale, translated into plain, usable insights. Not just numbers, but what they actually mean for your daily life, emotional state, and overall well-being.

AI-Powered
Interpretation

A structured, clinically grounded explanation. Our AI analyzes patterns and relationships between scales to provide a coherent interpretation — without alarmist language.

Statistical
Comparison

See how you compare to others. Your scores are placed in a statistical context, showing percentiles and trends based on anonymized platform data to help you understand what`s typical.

Practical
Recommendations

Actionable guidance tailored to your profile. Receive clear, realistic suggestions you can apply immediately — focused on coping, self-regulation, and realistic next steps.

AI-Detected
Insights

Key patterns you might not notice on your own. Surfacing subtle connections in your responses that help you better understand what may be driving your current results.

Discuss with
an AI Psychologist

Clarify, reflect, and explore right away. Talk through your outcomes, ask questions, and explore meanings in a calm, non-diagnostic dialogue environment.

Start Online Test

Used in 52+ countries

Benchmarking

See How You Compare

Once you finish the test, your results will be compared with real-world data from people in your country.
Below is a preview of the benchmarks we use to place your score in context.

Recovery Locus of Control Scale, RLOC (RLoCSR)

Average

17.8

Normal range

12.6 — 23.1

min.

max.

majority

This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear here so you can see where you land.

Start Online Test

Featured On

Rated 4.8/5 by Our Customers

“Freudly really helped me discover parts of my personality I hadn’t noticed before. It strengthened the areas where I needed to grow and made me feel more grounded and confident in the parts that already worked well.”

— Emma C., US

“I wanted to understand how serious my ADHD is, and now I finally do. I also realized I need to work on my self-esteem. It has been low for a long time, and that makes daily life harder than it should be.”

— Mateo R., CA

“Reading each question felt like someone really understood me. Even though I’ve already dealt with much of this, reflecting still helped me learn something new about myself.”

— Caroline F., US

“The process is simple. The test covers everything you need, and you’ll get a clear breakdown of your results. For just a few dollars, it’s a great value.”

— Klara N., CZ

“I kept thinking there might be a small chance, but now I know for sure. The questions were easy to understand, and the whole process was straightforward.”

— Bruno M., BR

“I really enjoyed this experience. I learned a lot, and it helped me make sense of my thoughts and the feeling I’ve had for a long time that I may have grown up with undiagnosed ADHD.”

— Alice B., FR

“Great platform — the insights were genuinely meaningful!”

— Daniel W., DE

“Everything was easy to follow. The tools you get at the end are genuinely helpful for self-growth, and the price is very reasonable. I really appreciate that.”

— Sofia M., ES

“Surprisingly accurate — honestly didn’t expect it to nail things so well.”

— Adir B., IL

“There are lots of different tests to pick from, and the price is surprisingly low for how much insight you get.”

— Olivia W., CA

“I was pleasantly surprised when I read the results. It was as if someone had sorted out my messy thoughts and given me useful tips to help me speak with more confidence.”

— Grace O., IE

“It was really solid, very detailed, and it actually helped me make sense of a lot of things.”

— Carla T., TT

“I was really impressed with the report. It was clear, thoughtful, and it reflected things I’ve been noticing about myself.”

— Jade H., US

“The questions made me think deeply and helped me become more self-aware.”

— Brooke S., US

“Reading through most of the questions made me feel understood. Although I’ve already worked through some of these issues, the questions still gave me useful insights and helped me learn more about myself.”

— Ryan M., US

“I usually take one or two tests each month, and this has become a good way for me to see how I’m doing.”

— Lucas W., US

“Most of the time, my results are in the 90 to 98th percentile compared to others. It really makes me feel like there’s something unique about me.”

— Ethan C., US

“I tried out some of the AI’s suggestions, and to be honest, they worked much better than I thought they would. Maybe this thing really is smarter than me.”

— Reece D., AU

Trusted by 22k+ Users Worldwide

CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Any questions left?

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.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Recovery Locus of Control Scale (RLOC) Test

locus of control attitude towards illness

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.

Test Question Form