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CARTCPI 260 Self-acceptance Scale
Author: Harrison G. Gough
The Self-acceptance (Sa) Scale assesses how individuals view and accept themselves. It reflects their confidence in their abilities, comfort with who they are, and willingness to embrace both strengths and areas for growth. This scale captures self-esteem, self-respect, and the ability to maintain a positive outlook on their personal identity.
The scale is part of the California Psychological Inventory (CPI), a well-established tool for understanding personality characteristics that contribute to effective behavior in various contexts. This scale is frequently used in leadership development and organizational coaching to identify strengths and developmental opportunities.
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Features of the Self-acceptance Scale
Purpose: To measure an individual’s self-esteem and satisfaction with their personal qualities and abilities.
Length: Approximately 50 items
Average completion time: 5 minutes
Target population: High school age and older.
Administration: Designed for individual administration.
Validation: Demonstrated validity across diverse populations and contexts.
Uses of the Self-acceptance Scale
- Self-Evaluation
- Leadership development
- Coaching and personal growth
- Organizational research
People with high scores on Sa think well of themselves and tend to be liked by others. They are optimistic about the future, and in their careers move toward high status and well-paying occupations. They enjoy social contacts and behave in such a way as to attract attention and favorable responses from others. (p. 94)
-- From H.G. Gough & P. Bradley (1996), “CPI Manual Third Edition” (Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press)