A factor analysis of Ellis' irrational beliefs.
In an effort to identify, organize, and operationally define the philosophies that underlie Albert Ellis' self-defeating beliefs, the authors factored an 11-item irrational-values self-report instrument given to 190 psychiatric patients. Four factors emerged and were named to reflect the contents of their items--"I need to control a dangerous world," "Self-assertion is painful," "I need affirmation," and "I lack control over my fate."
Research Service, Veterans Administration Medical Center, St. Cloud, MN 56303.
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