Self-Regulation Ability Scale Test

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October 2, 2025
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How the Scales are Structured
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Correction (C)
Correction measures how effectively a person adjusts their actions and behavior based on self-monitoring results to improve outcomes.
Limited correction
Situational correction
Consistent correction
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A score of 2 indicates limited correction, meaning adjustments based on feedback tend to be infrequent or require clearer cues to implement.
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4/6
Self-Control (S)
Self-Control measures how well a person monitors their actions against a plan, evaluates results, and adjusts behavior to stay on track.
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Moderate
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A score of 4 indicates moderately developed self-control, with generally effective monitoring and correction of actions but occasional lapses under changing conditions.
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4/6
Decision Making (DM)
Measures how effectively a person turns plans into timely action by choosing and committing to an optimal start point.
Hesitant start
Developing decisiveness
Ready to act
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A score of 4 suggests you generally move from planning to action with reasonable timing, though some situations may still require extra prompting to begin implementation.
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3/6
Quality Evaluation Criterion (QEC)
Measures how well a person defines and uses clear indicators to judge plan progress and adjust actions toward the intended outcome.
Limited criteria
Basic criteria
Strong criteria
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A score of 3 indicates a basic ability to set evaluation indicators for plan execution, with some need for clearer metrics to support timely adjustments.
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2/6
Planning (P)
Planning measures how well a person structures steps and selects methods to achieve goals.
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A score of 2 indicates a low planning level, suggesting goals may be approached with limited step-by-step structure and less consistent selection of effective means.
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3/6
Goal Setting (GS)
Measures how well a person forms and prioritizes a coherent system of goals to guide planning and achievement.
Limited
Developing
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A score of 3 suggests a developing capacity to set and prioritize goals, with some structure present but not yet consistently applied across situations.
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3/6
Forecasting (F)
Forecasting measures how well a person anticipates future events and consequences by analyzing past and present information.
Limited forecasting
Adequate forecasting
Strong forecasting
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A score of 3 suggests an adequate ability to anticipate likely outcomes, with some room to make predictions more consistent across situations.
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3/6
Contradiction Analysis (CA)
Measures how well a person identifies contradictions and likely causes of setbacks to form a coherent understanding of a situation for problem-solving.
Limited analysis
Developing analysis
Strong analysis
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A score of 3 suggests a developing ability to notice contradictions and begin mapping causes of difficulties, with room to make the situation model more precise.
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19/48
General Self-Regulation Ability (GSA)
Measures the overall development of an integrated self-management system and the balance between rational control and emotional evaluation in regulating behavior.
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A score of 19 falls in the Low range, suggesting a less developed self-management system with emotions tending to outweigh deliberate, rational regulation in challenging situations.
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41%OF USERS
They take it to gauge how well they stay calm, adapt fast, and make independent decisions when plans change.
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They use it to show readiness for unpredictable tasks, self-direction, and flexible problem-solving at work.
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25%OF USERS
They take it to understand their self-control patterns under stress and identify where to build better habits and resilience.
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Correction (C)
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1.8
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Self-Control (S)
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4.4
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Decision Making (DM)
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Quality assessment criterion (Qac)
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3.3
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Planning (P)
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3.5
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Goal Setting (GS)
Average
2.8
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Forecasting (F)
Average
2.2
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Contradiction Analysis (CA)
Average
3.8
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2.94.6
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6
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General Self-Regulation Ability Scale (GSAS)
Average
24.9
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18.431.3
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48
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures self-regulation in situations that require adaptation, planning, and control of actions and emotions. It also reflects flexibility in finding new ways to reach goals.
How should items be answered?
Select the response that best reflects typical behavior across many situations. Answer all items and avoid spending too much time on any single statement.
What time frame should be considered when responding?
Use a general, long-term view rather than focusing on a single recent event. If situations vary, choose the option that fits most often.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Completion typically takes about 6 minutes. The questionnaire includes 48 items.
How are results interpreted?
Scores indicate the level of confidence and flexibility in managing behavior and internal resources under changing or uncertain conditions. Results are best interpreted alongside other information from assessment or interview.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
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Self-Regulation Ability Scale Test

This questionnaire assesses perceived capacity to manage behavior, emotions, and goal-directed activity across changing demands. The Self-Regulation Ability Scale is intended to characterize how individuals monitor and adjust their responses, particularly when routine strategies are insufficient.

The instrument includes 48 items and typically takes about 6 minutes to complete. Respondents rate their typical reactions across a range of situations, yielding a profile of self-regulatory functioning that may inform clinical formulation, counseling goals, or broader psychological assessment.

The Self-Regulation Ability Scale was developed by Roy F. Baumeister and is generally interpreted as a self-report measure of adaptive self-control and flexible goal pursuit. Results should be considered alongside other clinical data and the individual’s context.

Author: Roy F. Baumeister
Literature: Baumeister, R. F., & Vohs, K. D. (Eds.). Handbook of self-regulation: Research, theory, and applications. Guilford Press. 2004.
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