Psychological Adjustment Scale [PAS-20]

Description

The Psychological Adjustment Scale (PAS-20) is an assessment tool that measures individuals’ psychological adjustment to various situations. It focuses on areas such as mental well-being, social functionality, and the ability to manage stress. The scale includes 20 questions that evaluate aspects of the psychological state of participants.

Analysis and Use

Data analysis from the PAS-20 includes:

Scoring: Participants respond to questions based on a Likert scale, where higher scores indicate better psychological adjustment.

Descriptive Statistics: Calculation of mean and standard deviation to assess the overall psychological adjustment.

Correlation: Analysis of the relationship between psychological adjustment and factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic conditions.

Comparative Analysis: Comparison between different groups to highlight differences in psychological adjustment.

Objective

The objective of the PAS-20 is to understand how individuals psychologically adjust to various conditions, identify factors that affect their psychological well-being, and provide data for developing interventions and support programs.

Calibration

The calibration of the PAS-20 involves the process of adjusting the scale for different populations. This is achieved through:

Cross-Cultural Studies: Testing the PAS-20 in various cultural contexts to ensure its appropriateness and accuracy.

Reliability Analysis: Using techniques such as Cronbach’s alpha to ensure that the questions are consistent and reliably measure psychological adjustment.

Validity Testing: Checking whether the PAS-20 reflects the actual psychological experiences of participants.