Locus of Control and Patient Attrition from an Alcoholism Treatment Program.

O'Leary, Michael R.; And Others

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Locus of Control and Patient Attrition from an Alcoholism Treatment Program

O'Leary, Michael R.; And Others

Journal of Counsulting and Clinical Psychology, 44, 4, 686-687, Aug 76

One issue that has concerned investigators in recent years has been alcoholics' perception of their ability to control events that affect them. The current study investigated the relationship of locus of control scores to dropping out of treatment at various stages. Results are discussed. (Author)

Descriptors: Alcoholism, Institutionalized Persons, Locus of Control, Males, Perception, Personality, Research Projects, Self Concept, Self Control, Therapy

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