Scale Overview & Construct
17-item scale measuring harm-reduction strategies used by people who consume marijuana, following the same protective-behavior-strategy approach used in alcohol research.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only, and are not a diagnosis.
License: Public Domain (original scale); CC BY 4.0 (implementation). Citation: Pedersen, E. R., Hummer, J. F., Rinker, D. V., Traylor, Z. K., & Neighbors, C. (2016). Measuring protective behavioral strategies for marijuana use among young adults. Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 77(3), 441-450. This is not a diagnostic tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Protective Behavioral Strategies for Marijuana Scale?
17-item scale measuring harm-reduction strategies used by people who consume marijuana, following the same protective-behavior-strategy approach used in alcohol research.
How long does the Protective Behavioral Strategies for Marijuana Scale take?
It takes about 7 minutes to answer all 17 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.