The Affect Balance Scale in an American College Population.

Bolin, Brien L.; Dodder, Richard A.

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ERIC Number: EJ430577

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Affect Balance Scale in an American College Population.

Bolin, Brien L.; Dodder, Richard A.

Journal of Social Psychology, v130 n6 p839-40 Dec 1990

Tests the validity of the Affect Balance Scale test (ABS) using a sample of 380 undergraduates at Oklahoma State University. Finds students' answers reflect duality of feelings. Concludes researchers must be cautious in their choice of scales comparing psychological well-being over the life course. (NL)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Emotional Adjustment, Factor Analysis, Higher Education, Mental Health, Psychological Studies, Psychological Testing, Sex Differences, Student Characteristics, Undergraduate Students

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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