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IV. Research

Transactional Analysis Life Position Survey: An Instrument for Measuring Life Position

Pages 166-168
Published online: 28 Dec 2017
 
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In this article the author describes a test instrument designed to measure basic life position. The survey consists of an evaluation of 40 simple Likert statements, and can be completed in 10 or 15 minutes. The test meets rigorous psychometric standards of test reliability and validity. Interesting differences in life position levels were noted across age groupings. Possible reasons for these findings are dicussed. Teaching, clinical, and research uses of the instrument are indicated.

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Frederick D. Kramer

Frederick D. Kramer is an associate professor of psychology and the director of institutional research at Concordia College, Portland, Oregon. His PhD from the University of Portland is in research and statistics. He is not presently a member of ITAA.