Dependence Proneness Scale – Form One (DPS-Form One)

I hesitate to ask for help from others.

I like to do things with my family.

It's fun to try out ideas that others think are crazy.

I enjoy working with students who get good marks.

Students ought to be allowed to help one another with their school work.

I don't need my friends' encouragement when I meet with failure.

I never argue with my parents.

My folks usually have to ask me twice to do something.

I don't like my friends to make a fuss over me when I'm sick.

I seldom do 'little extra things' at home just to please my parents.

I want my friends to leave me alone when I am sad.

I often disagree with my parents.

I never do anything at home until I find out if it's okay.

What others think of me does not bother me.

Committee work is a waste of time.

I often disagree with what the class decides to do.

You should always check to see if your parents approve of your friends.

A good friend will never disagree with you.

I enjoy studying about things that my parents don't like.

I am apt to pass up something I want to do when others think that it isn't worth doing.

I owe my greatest obligation to my family.

I don't lie to show my friends how much I like them.

I like to make my own decisions.

My parents make unreasonable rules.

Rules are made to be broken.

I would rather be left alone when I am in trouble.

I would never tell on a student who has done something wrong.

It annoys me when my friends tell me their troubles.

I dislike lending things to my friends.

I like people who ignore the feelings of others.

I don't care whether or not I take home a good report card.

I often seem to do things my parents don't like.

My parents treat me more like a child than a teen-ager.

I don't care if other students say nice things about me.

I sometimes break rules if it makes my friends like me.

I like to criticize people who are in charge.

I try never to disobey my parents.

I feel better avoiding a fight than trying to have my own way.

I like to follow instructions and to do what is expected of me.

My family does not like what I intend to choose for my life work.

I often disagree with what the teacher says.

In class it is best to go along with the majority even when you disagree.

I don't care if others are interested in the same things I am.

It is not always best to have the majority make the decision.

The playground is a poor place to really get to know your friends.