A Test of the Construct Validity of Health Locus of Control: Effects on Self-Reported Compliance for Hypertensive Patients

SAGE Publications - Tập 6 Số 1 - Trang 138-148 - 1978
Frances Marcus Lewis1, Donald E. Morisky1, Brian S. Flynn1
1The Johns Hopkins University, School of Hygiene and Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland

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A test of the construct validity of the Health Locus of Control (HLC) scale is presented within the larger framework of Rotter's social learning theory. Self-reported compliance behavior was predicted to relate to the subject's HLC orientation, value toward health, and level of perceived home assistance. In a sample of ambulatory hypertensive patients, a significant two-way interaction effect was calculated between the perceived level of home assistance and the patient's HLC orientation (p = .02). The more internally oriented the patient and the higher the level ofperceived home assistance in complying with the prescribed medical regimen, the greater the level of self-reported compliance behavior.

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SAGE Publications

Tập 6 Số 1

138-148

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