Abstract
The aims of the study were to (1) compare two generic health locus of control measures and (2) examine the relationship between locus of control and self-reported severity of vertiginous symptoms. One hundred and six patients attending a tertiary neuro-otology clinic completed a booklet of questionnaires at time-point one and then approximately 1 year later. The questionnaires examined symptoms of vertigo and dizziness and also included two measures of locus of control (the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control Scale and the Recovery Locus of Control Scale). The patients scored higher on the 'chance' locus of control subscale than the 'internal' or 'professional others' subscales. Hierarchical multiple regression revealed that internal locus of control (measured on the Recovery Locus of Control Scale) was a significant predictor of change in self-reported severity of symptoms. The findings have important implications for information provision, as it is imperative to ensure that patients are aware that they can affect their recovery by remaining active and following rehabilitation exercises where necessary.
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