Conflict Resolution Style Scale – Aggression Subscale (CRSS-A)
Measures adolescents' styles of handling conflict situations, focusing on verbal and physical aggression.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Conflict Resolution Style Scale – Aggression Subscale (CRSS-A) was developed by Ronald G. Slaby, Nancy G. Guerra (1988). It is designed to measure Conflict resolution styles and aggression in adolescents. The scale is intended for use with Adolescents (specifically males aged 12-16).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 25 items organized into 2 factors/subscales: Verbal Aggression, Physical Aggression.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Aggression | 1,6,11,16,21 | 5 |
| Physical Aggression | 5,10,15,20,25 | 5 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 0 = No (Unselected), 1 = Yes (Selected).
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 0 to 10. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Aggressive Tendency: 0 – 2
- Moderate Aggressive Tendency: 3 – 6
- High Aggressive Tendency: 7 – 10
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.