| dc.description.abstract | The purpose of this study was to develop a practical
assessment tool based on Rosenbaum's (1980) Self-Control
Schedule (SCS) for measuring self-control in athletes. A
questionnaire was developed which in its final form, contained
35 items. The tool was shown to be a valid, reliable,
readable and internally consistent assessment tool. It
demonstrated objectivity and provoked honest, accurate
responding in subjects. Responses to the questionnaire were
weighted, depending on attitudinal direction and its
desirability for indicating self-control. The developed
questionnaire was administered to two samples of athletes
whose performances were partially attributed by the coach to
a lack of self-control or a high level of self-control. The tool demonstrated sensitivity to differing levels of
self-control. The questionnaire was capable of providing
immediate feedback to coaches concerning an athlete's level
of self-control. The questionnaire provides a total score
which can be quickly interpreted by the coach as a measure
of self-control in athletes. | |
