Aggression/Victimization Scale (AVS)
Measures the frequency of peer victimization and aggressive behaviors among school-aged children and young adolescents.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Aggression/Victimization Scale (AVS) was developed by Pamela Orpinas & Ralph Frankowski (2001). It is designed to measure Aggression and Victimization. The scale is intended for use with Students in grades 4 and 5 (can be adapted for older youth).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 12 items organized into 2 factors/subscales: Victimization, Aggression.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Victimization | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 6 |
| Aggression | 7,8,9,10,11,12 | 6 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 0 = 0 times, 1 = 1 time, 2 = 2 times, 3 = 3 times, 4 = 4 times, 5 = 5 times, 6 = 6+ times.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 0 to 72. Interpretation guidelines:
- Total Score Range (Higher scores indicate higher levels of victimization and aggression): 0 – 72
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.