Description

ThUPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale

Description

The UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale is a psychometric instrument designed to assess different dimensions of impulsive behavior. It can be used in both research and clinical settings.

Dimensions

The scale assesses five main dimensions:

  • Negative Urgency
  • Lack of Premeditation
  • Lack of Perseverance
  • Sensation Seeking
  • Positive Urgency

Structure and Scoring

The full version includes 59 items, rated on a 4-point Likert scale. Scores can be examined overall or separately across the five dimensions.

Applications

The UPPS-P can be used to investigate the relationship between impulsivity, psychological difficulties, risky behaviors, and problems related to self-regulation.

References

Whiteside, S. P., & Lynam, D. R. (2001). Personality and Individual Differences, 30(4), 669–689.

Cyders, M. A., & Smith, G. T. (2007). Personality and Individual Differences, 43(4), 839–850.

Lynam, D. R., Smith, G. T., Whiteside, S. P., & Cyders, M. A. (2006). The UPPS-P: Assessing five personality pathways to impulsive behavior.