Locus of Control, Assertiveness and General Well-Being among Alcoholics and Non-Alcoholics
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The present study investigates the levels of locus of control, assertiveness and general wellbeing among alcoholics (N=60) and non-alcoholics (N=60). Locus of Control Scale, Rathus Assertiveness Schedule and Psychological General Well-Being Index were used for the study. Results revealed that more external control orientation and low levels of general well being in alcoholics compared to non-alcoholics. No significant difference in assertiveness scores is identified between the two groups. A positive correlation is identified between assertiveness and general well-being and locus of control and general well-being. © 2014 Guru Journal of Behavioral and Social Sciences
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تاریخ انتشار 2014