15. Factor Q3: «low self-control — high self-control»
Low scores on this factor indicate weak will and poor self-control. The activity of such people is disordered and impulsive. A person with high scores on this factor has socially approved characteristics: self-control, perseverance, conscientiousness, and a tendency to observe etiquette. In order to meet such standards, the individual requires the application of certain efforts, the presence of clear principles, beliefs and consideration of public opinion.
This factor measures the level of internal control of behavior, the integration of the individual.
People with high marks for this factor are prone to organizational activities and achieve success in those professions that require objectivity, determination, balance. The factor characterizes a person’s awareness in regulating the power of the «I» (factor C) and the power of the «super-I» (factor G) and determines the severity of the volitional characteristics of the individual. This factor is one of the most important for predicting the success of the activity. It is positively associated with the frequency of leadership selection and the degree of activity in solving group problems.
- 1-3 wall — not guided by volitional control, does not pay attention to social requirements, is inattentive to others. May feel inadequate.
- 4 wall — internally undisciplined, conflict (low integration).
- 7 walls — controlled, socially accurate, following the «I»-image (high integration).
- 8-10 walls — tends to have a strong control of their emotions and general behavior. Socially attentive and thorough; exhibits what is commonly referred to as «self-respect» and concern for social reputation. Sometimes, however, it tends to be stubborn.
Questions on Factor Q3
16. Ez difikirim ku ez ji pir kesan kêmtir hestiyar û kêmtir heyecan im:
- rast;
- zehmet e ku bersiv bide;
- qelp;
33. Ez ew qas baldar û pratîk im ku ji kesên din kêmtir surprîzên ne xweş bi min re çêdibin:
- Erê;
- Zehmet e ku mirov bibêje;
- na;
50. Hewldanên ku ji bo danîna planan hatine xerckirin:
- qet redundant;
- Zehmet e ku mirov bibêje;
- ne hêja ye;
67. Dema ku meseleya ku were çareserkirin pir dijwar be û ji min gelek hewldan bixwaze, hingê ez hewl didim:
- mijarek din hildin;
- Zehmet e ku mirov bibêje;
- careke din hewl dide vê pirsê çareser bike;
84. Mirovên paqij û daxwazkar bi min re li hev nakin:
- Erê;
- carna;
- qelp;
101. Bi şev ez xewnên fantastîk û pûç dibînim:
- Erê;
- carna;
- na;