Analysis

The concept of self-regulation refers to the process through which individuals control and manage their behavior, emotions, and thoughts in order to achieve their goals and respond to the demands of their environment.

Objective

The main goal of self-regulation measurement tools is to assess an individual’s ability to self-regulate across various aspects of their life. Evaluating self-regulation can help understand individuals’ behaviors and inform the development of interventions and strategies to assist individuals in improving their skills.

Scoring

Self-regulation is typically measured using statements or questions rated on a Likert scale, usually ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 or 7 (strongly agree).

References

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Schwartz, R. D., & John, O. P. (2003). Self-Regulation and Personality: The Role of Personality and Self-Control. In Handbook of Self-Regulation (pp. 436-459). Academic Press.
Carver, C. S., & Scheier, M. F. (2001). On the Self-Regulation of Behavior. Cambridge University Press.