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Midlife Devolpment in the United States II

253 Shared Subjects

National Survey of Midlife Development in the United States II
Clinical Assessments
Social Support
12/08/2017
midus201
04/02/2024
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Definition
Submission Template
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR* z1
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project subject_id, z2
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY date_ctq, v2_ctq_date, z3
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month. v2_ctq_age, z4
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender, z5
Query midusii201 Integer Recommended How much does your spouse or partner really care about you? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc01
Query midusii202 Integer Recommended How much does he or she understand the way you feel about things? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc02
Query midusii203 Integer Recommended How much does he or she appreciate you? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc03
Query midusii204 Integer Recommended How much can you rely on him or her for help if you have a serious problem? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc04
Query midusii205 Integer Recommended How much can you open up to him or her if you need to talk about your worries? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc05
Query midusii206 Integer Recommended How much can you relax and be yourself around him or her? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc06
Query midusii207 Integer Recommended How often does your spouse or partner make too many demands on you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc07
Query midusii208 Integer Recommended How often does he or she make you feel tense? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc08
Query midusii209 Integer Recommended How often does he or she argue with you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc09
Query midusii210 Integer Recommended How often does he or she criticize you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc10
Query midusii211 Integer Recommended How often does he or she let you down when you are counting on him or her? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc11
Query midusii212 Integer Recommended How often does he or she get on your nerves? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc12
Query midusii213 Integer Recommended Not including your spouse or partner, how much do members of your family really care about you? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc13
Query midusii214 Integer Recommended How much do they understand they way you feel about things? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc14
Query midusii215 Integer Recommended How much can you rely on them for help if you have a serious problem? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc15
Query midusii216 Integer Recommended How much can you open up to them if you need to talk about your worries 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc16
Query midusii217 Integer Recommended How much do you really care about the members of your family, not including your partner or spouse 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc17
Query midusii218 Integer Recommended How much do you understand the way they feel about things? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc18
Query midusii219 Integer Recommended Not including your spouse or partner, how often do members of your family make too many demands on you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc19
Query midusii220 Integer Recommended How often do they criticize you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc20
Query midusii221 Integer Recommended How often do they let you down when you are counting on them? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc21
Query midusii222 Integer Recommended How often do they get on your nerves? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc22
Query midusii223 Integer Recommended How much do your friends really care about you? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc23
Query midusii224 Integer Recommended How much do they understand the way you feel about things? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc24
Query midusii225 Integer Recommended How much can you rely on them for help if you have a serious problem? 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc25
Query midusii226 Integer Recommended How much can you open up to them if you need to talk about worries> 1::4 1 = A lot; 2 = Some; 3 = A little; 4 = Not at all pssc26
Query midusii227 Integer Recommended How often do your friends make too many demands of you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc27
Query midusii228 Integer Recommended How often do they criticize you? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc28
Query midusii229 Integer Recommended How often do they let you down when you are counting on them? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc29
Query midusii230 Integer Recommended How often do they get on your nerves? 1::4 1 = Often; 2 = Sometimes; 3 = Rarely; 4 = Never pssc30
Query midusii_spouse_support Integer Recommended MIDUS Spouse/ Partner Support (Marital Empathy Scale) 6::24 sum
Query midusii_spouse_strain Integer Recommended MIDUS Spouse/ Partner Strain 6::24 sum
Query midusii_spouse_solid Integer Recommended MIDUS Spouse/ Partner Affectual Solidarity 12::48 sum
Query midusii_family_support Integer Recommended MIDUS Family Support 4::16 sum
Query midusii_family_strain Integer Recommended MIDUS Family Strain 4::16 sum
Query midusii_family_solid Integer Recommended MIDUS Family Affectual Solidarity 8::32 sum
Query midusii_providing_support Integer Recommended MIDUS Providing Family Support 2::8 sum
Query midusii_friend_support Integer Recommended MIDUS Friend Support 4::16 sum
Query midusii_friend_strain Integer Recommended MIDUS Friend Strain 4::16 sum
Query midusii_friend_solid Integer Recommended MIDUS Friend Affectual Solidarity 8::32 sum
Query midusiidepr63 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A63. lose interest in most things? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr64 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A64. feel more tired out or low on energy than is usual? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr65 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A65 lose your appetite? or A65a appetite increased 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr66 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A66. have more trouble falling asleep than usual? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr67 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A67. have a lot more trouble concentrating than usual? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr68 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A68. feel down on yourself, no good, or worthless? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr69 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A69. think a lot about death? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr_depressed_affect Integer Recommended Depressed Affect Sum 0::7 MIDUS sum of Depression yeses
Query midusiidepr75 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A75. feel more tired out or low on energy than is usual 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr76 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A76. lose your appetite or A76a appetite increased 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr77 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A77. have more trouble falling asleep than usual 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr78 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A78. have a lot more trouble concentrating than usual 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr79 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A79. feel down on yourself, no good, or worthless 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr80 Integer Recommended During two weeks in past 12 months, when you felt sad, blue, or depressed, did you A80, think a lot about death. 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiidepr_anhedonia Integer Recommended Anhedonia Sum 0::6 MIDUS sum of depressed Anhedonia yeses
Query midusiidepr_depression Integer Recommended Depression Scale 0::7 0= if a respondent was diagnosed as negative for both depressed affect and anhedonia
Query midusiigad88a Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you a. were restless because of your worry 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88b Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you b. were keyed up, on edge, or had a lot of nervous energy 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88c Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you c. were irritable because of your worry 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88d Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you d. had trouble falling asleep 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88e Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you e. had trouble staying asleep because of your worry 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88f Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you f. had trouble keeping your mind on what you were doing 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88g Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you g. had trouble remembering things because of your worry 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88h Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you h. were low on energy 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88i Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you i. tired easily because of your worry 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusiigad88j Integer Recommended How often - over the past 12 months-, you j. had sore or arching muscles because of tension 1::4 1= most; 2= about half the days; 3= less than half the days; 4= never
Query midusii_anxietydisorder Integer Recommended Anxiety Disorder Number of Most Days responses 0::10 Number of Most Days responses
Query midusiipan92a Integer Recommended When you have attacks a. your heart pounds 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiipan92b Integer Recommended When you have attacks b. you have tightness, pain, or discomfort in your chest or stomach 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiipan92c Integer Recommended When you have attacks c. you sweat 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiipan92d Integer Recommended When you have attacks d. you tremble or shake 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiipan92e Integer Recommended When you have attacks e. you have hot flashes or chills 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusiipan92f Integer Recommended When you have attacks f. you or things around you seem unreal 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusii_panicattack Integer Recommended Panic Attack Scale 0::6 MIDUS sum of Panick Attack yeses
Query midusiiloc8a Integer Recommended a. Keeping healthy depends on things that I can do 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusiiloc8b Integer Recommended b. There are certain things I can do for myself to reduce the risk of a heart attack 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusiiloc8c Integer Recommended c. There are certain things I can do for myself to reduce the risk of getting cancer 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusiiloc8d Integer Recommended d. I work hard at trying to stay healthy 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusiiloc8e Integer Recommended e. When I am sick, getting better is in the doctors hand 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusiiloc8f Integer Recommended f. It is difficult for me to get good medical care 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_locus_ctrlself_mean Float Recommended MIDUS Health Locus of Control - Self 1::7 mean
Query midusii_locus_ctrlothr_mean Float Recommended MIDUS Health Locus of Control - Others 1::7 mean
Query midusii9a Integer Recommended a. I am often aware of various things happening within my body 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little bit true; 3= Moderately true; 4= Extremely true
Query midusii9b Integer Recommended b. Sudden loud noises really bother me 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little bit true; 3= Moderately true; 4= Extremely true
Query midusii9c Integer Recommended c. I hate to be too hot or too cold 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little bit true; 3= Moderately true; 4= Extremely true
Query midusii9d Integer Recommended d. I am quick to sense hunger contractions in my stomach 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little bit true; 3= Moderately true; 4= Extremely true
Query midusii9e Integer Recommended e. I have a low tolerance for pain 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little bit true; 3= Moderately true; 4= Extremely true
Query midusii_sas_mean Float Recommended MIDUS Somatic Amplification Scale 1::4 mean
Query midusii34a Integer Recommended a. If I forget my friends zip code, Id be able to learn it again. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34b Integer Recommended b. Its evitable that my intellectual functioning will decline as I get older. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34c Integer Recommended c. I would have to ask a sales person to figure out how much Id save with a 20% discount. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34d Integer Recommended d. The older I get the harder it is to think clearly. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34e Integer Recommended e. As long as I exercise my mind I will always be on top of things. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34f Integer Recommended f. My mental acuity (sharpness) is bound to decline. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34g Integer Recommended g. I can understand instructions only after someone explains them to me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34h Integer Recommended h. I dont remember things as well as I used to. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii34i Integer Recommended i. Theres not much I can do to keep my memory from going down hill. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_pic_mean Float Recommended MIDUS Mean of PIC Scale Items 1::7 mean
Query midusii1m Integer Recommended m. I tend to be influenced by people with strong opinions. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1s Integer Recommended s*. I have confidence in my opinions, even if they are contrary to the general consensus. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1kk Integer Recommended kk. I judge myself by what I think is important, not by the values of what others think is important. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1b Integer Recommended b. In general, I feel I am in charge of the situation in which I live. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1h Integer Recommended h. The demands of everyday life often get me down. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1t Integer Recommended t. I am quite good at managing the many responsibilities of my daily life. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1i Integer Recommended i. I think it is important to have new experiences that challenge how you think about yourself and the world. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1aa Integer Recommended aa. For me, life has been a continuous process of learning, changing, and growth. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1gg Integer Recommended gg. I gave up trying to make big improvements or changes in my life a long time ago. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1j Integer Recommended j. Maintaining close relationships has been difficult and frustrating for me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1bb Integer Recommended bb. People would describe me as a giving person, willing to share my time with others. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1hh Integer Recommended hh. I have not experienced many warm and trusting relationships with others. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1e Integer Recommended e. I live life one day at a time and don't really think about the future. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1oo Integer Recommended oo. Some people wander aimlessly through life, but I am not one of them. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1f Integer Recommended f. When I look at the story of my life, I am pleased with how things have turned out. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1x Integer Recommended x. I like most parts of my personality. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii1dd Integer Recommended dd. In many ways I feel disappointed about my achievements in life. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_pwb_autonomy Integer Recommended MIDUS Autonomy 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_envmast Integer Recommended MIDUS Environmental Mastery 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_prsgrwth Integer Recommended MIDUS Personal Growth 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_posrel Integer Recommended MIDUS Positive Relations with Others 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_pil Integer Recommended MIDUS Purpose in Life 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_slfaccpt Integer Recommended MIDUS Self-Acceptance 3::21 sum
Query midusii_pwb_total Integer Recommended MIDUS Psychological Well-Being Total 17::357 sum
Query midusii4c Integer Recommended c. I can do just about anything I really set my mind to. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_3
Query midusii4f Integer Recommended f. When I really want to do something, I usually find a way to succeed at it. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_6
Query midusii4h Integer Recommended h. Whether or not I am able to get what I want is in my own hands. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_8
Query midusii4l Integer Recommended l. What happens to me in the future mostly depends on me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_12
Query midusii_prsmstr Float Recommended MIDUS Personal Mastery Mean 1::7 mean percctrlmstry
Query midusii4a Integer Recommended a. There is little I can do to change the important things in my life. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_1
Query midusii4b Integer Recommended b. I often feel helpless in dealing with the problems of life. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_2
Query midusii4d Integer Recommended d. Other people determine most of what I can and cannot do. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_4
Query midusii4e Integer Recommended e. What happens in my life is often beyond my control. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_5
Query midusii4g Integer Recommended g. There are many things that interfere with what I want to do. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_7
Query midusii4i Integer Recommended i. I have little control over the things that happen to me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_9
Query midusii4j Integer Recommended j. There is really no way I can solve the problems I have. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_10
Query midusii4k Integer Recommended k. I sometimes feel I am being pushed around in my life. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree ctrl_11
Query midusii_prcvdcnstr Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived Constraints Mean 1::7 mean percctrlcnstrnt
Query midusii_prcctrl Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived Control Mean 1::7 mean percctrltot
Query midusii4m Integer Recommended m. I am no better and no worse than others. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4n Integer Recommended n. I take a positive attitude toward myself. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4o Integer Recommended o. At times I feel that I am no good at all. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4p Integer Recommended p. I am able to do things as well as most people. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4q Integer Recommended q. I wish I could have more respect for myself. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4r Integer Recommended r. On the whole, I am satisfied with myself. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4s Integer Recommended s. I certainly feel useless at times. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_slfestm Integer Recommended MIDUS Self-Esteem Total 7::49 sum
Query midusii4v Integer Recommended v. My happiness depends on the happiness of those around me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4w Integer Recommended w. I often have the feeling that my relationships with others are more important than my own accomplishments. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4y Integer Recommended y. It is important to listen to others opinions. (added at MIDUS-II) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_intrdpndnc Float Recommended MIDUS Interdependence Mean 1::7 mean
Query midusii4t Integer Recommended t. I act in the same way no matter who I am with. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4u Integer Recommended u. I enjoy being unique and different from others in many respects. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii4x Integer Recommended x. Being able to take care of myself is a primary concern for me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_indpndnce Float Recommended MIDUS Independence Mean 1::7 mean
Query midusii6c Integer Recommended Moody 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6h Integer Recommended Worrying 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6m Integer Recommended Nervous 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6s Integer Recommended Calm (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_neuroticism Float Recommended MIDUS Neuroticism Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii6a Integer Recommended Outgoing 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6f Integer Recommended Friendly 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6k Integer Recommended Lively 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6w Integer Recommended Active 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6aa Integer Recommended Talkative 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_extraversion Float Recommended MIDUS Extraversion Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii6n Integer Recommended Creative 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6q Integer Recommended Imaginative 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6u Integer Recommended Intelligent 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6v Integer Recommended Curious 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6y Integer Recommended Broad-minded 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6bb Integer Recommended Sophisticated 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6cc Integer Recommended Adventurous 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_opexprnce Float Recommended MIDUS Openness to Experience Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii6d Integer Recommended Organized 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6i Integer Recommended Responsible 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6p Integer Recommended Hardworking 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6x Integer Recommended Careless (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6ee Integer Recommended Thorough 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_cnscntsnss Float Recommended MIDUS Conscientiousness Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii6b Integer Recommended Helpful 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6g Integer Recommended Warm 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6l Integer Recommended Caring 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6r Integer Recommended Softhearted 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6z Integer Recommended Sympathetic 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_agrblnss Float Recommended MIDUS Agreeableness Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii6e Integer Recommended Self-confident 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6j Integer Recommended Forceful 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6o Integer Recommended Assertive 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6t Integer Recommended Outspoken 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii6dd Integer Recommended Dominant 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_agnc Float Recommended MIDUS Agency Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii_prsnttraits Float Recommended MIDUS Personality Traits Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii7q Integer Recommended q. I usually find ways to liven up my day. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7aa Integer Recommended aa. For me life is a great adventure. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7gg Integer Recommended gg. I always seem to have something pleasant to look forward to. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii_posem Integer Recommended MIDUS Well-being Sum 3::12 sum
Query midusii7e Integer Recommended e. On most social occasions I like to have someone else take the lead. (reverse) 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7j Integer Recommended j. I am quite effective at talking people into things. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7n Integer Recommended n. I am very good at influencing people. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7dd Integer Recommended dd. When it is time to make decisions, others usually turn to me. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii_socpot Integer Recommended MIDUS Social Potency Sum 4::16 sum
Query midusii7l Integer Recommended l. I often go on working on a problem long after others would have given up. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7o Integer Recommended o. I like to try difficult things. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7r Integer Recommended r. I like hard work. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7ff Integer Recommended ff. I set very high standards for myself in my work. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii_achvmnt Integer Recommended MIDUS Achievement Sum 4::16 sum
Query midusii7a Integer Recommended a. I usually like to spend my leisure time with friends rather than alone. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7c Integer Recommended c. When I am unhappy about something, I tend to seek the company of a friend rather than remaining alone. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7h Integer Recommended h. I am a warm person rather than cool and detached. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7cc Integer Recommended cc. I often prefer not to have people around me. (reverse) 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii_socclos Integer Recommended MIDUS Social Closeness Sum 4::16 sum
Query midusii7k Integer Recommended k. My mood often goes up and down. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7w Integer Recommended w. I sometimes get myself into a state of tension and turmoil as I think of the day's events. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7x Integer Recommended x. Minor setbacks sometimes irritate me too much. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii_strssrctvty Integer Recommended MIDUS Stress Reactivity Sum 3::12 sum
Query midusii7i Integer Recommended i. When I get angry I am often ready to hit someone. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7t Integer Recommended t. Sometimes I seem to enjoy hurting someone by saying something mean. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7bb Integer Recommended bb. When people insult me, I try to get even. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7ee Integer Recommended ee. Sometimes I just like to hit someone. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7_aggression Integer Recommended MIDUS Aggression 4::16 sum
Query midusii7g Integer Recommended g. People often try to take advantage of me. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7p Integer Recommended p. I would be more successful if people did not make things difficult for me. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7s Integer Recommended s. People often say mean things about me. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7_alienation Integer Recommended MIDUS Alienation 3::12 sum
Query midusii7b Integer Recommended b. When faced with a decision, I usually take time to consider and weigh all options. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7f Integer Recommended f. I like to stop and think things over before I do them. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7y Integer Recommended y. I am a cautious person. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7_control Integer Recommended MIDUS Control 3::12 sum
Query midusii7m Integer Recommended m. I am opposed to more censorship of books and movies because it would go against free speech. (reverse) 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7u Integer Recommended u. People should observe moral laws more strictly than they do. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7z Integer Recommended z. I don't like to see religious authority overturned by so-called progress and logical reasoning. 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7_traditionalism Integer Recommended MIDUS Traditionalism 3::12 sum
Query midusii7d Integer Recommended d. It might be fun and exciting to experience an earthquake. (R) 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusii7v Integer Recommended v. It might be fun learning to walk a tightrope. (R) 1::4 1= True of you; 2= Somewhat true; 3= Somewhat false; 4= False
Query midusiie8 Integer Recommended E8. Of these two situations, I would dislike more:* 1= Riding a long stretch of rapids in a canoe; 2= Waiting for someone who's late.. 1::4 1= Definitely dislike Situation 2; 2= Somewhat dislike Situation 2; 3= Somewhat dislike Situation 1; 4= Definitely dislike Situation 1;
Query midusiie9 Integer Recommended E9. Of these two situations, I would dislike more:* 1= Being at the circus when two lions suddenly get loose down in the ring; 2= Bringing my whole family to the circus and then not being able to get in because a clerk sold me tickets for the wrong night 1::4 1= Definitely dislike Situation 2; 2= Somewhat dislike Situation 2; 3= Somewhat dislike Situation 1; 4= Definitely dislike Situation 1;
Query midusii7_harmavoidance Integer Recommended MIDUS Harm Avoidance 4::16 sum
Query midusii10a Integer Recommended a. In uncertain times, I usually expect the best. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii10c Integer Recommended c. I'm always optimistic about my future. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii10f Integer Recommended f. I expect more good things to happen to me than bad. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii7_optimism Integer Recommended MIDUS Optimism 3::15 sum
Query midusii10b Integer Recommended b. If something can go wrong for me, it will. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii10d Integer Recommended d. I hardly ever expect things to go my way. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii10e Integer Recommended e. I rarely count on good things happening to me. 1::5 1= A lot agree; 2= A little agree; 3= Neither agree or disagree; 4= A little disagree; 5= A lot disagree.
Query midusii_pssmsm Integer Recommended MIDUS Pessimism 3::15 sum
Query midusii_optovrll Integer Recommended MIDUS Optimism Overall 6::30 sum
Query midusii12a Integer Recommended a. When things dont go according to my plans, my motto is, Where theres a will, theres a way. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12b Integer Recommended b. When faced with a bad situation, I do what I can do to change it for the better. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12g Integer Recommended g. Even when I feel I have too much to do, I find a way to get it all done. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12j Integer Recommended j. When I encounter problems, I dont give up until I solve them. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12k Integer Recommended k. I rarely give up on something I am doing, even when things get tough. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_prmctrl Float Recommended MIDUS Primary Control (Persistence in Goal Striving) or Selective Primary Control 1::4 mean
Query midusii12e Integer Recommended e. I find I usually learn something meaningful from a difficult situation. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12h Integer Recommended h. When I am faced with a bad situation, it helps to find a different way of looking at things. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12m Integer Recommended m. Even when everything seems to be going wrong, I can usually find a bright side to the situation. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12n Integer Recommended n. I can find something positive, even in the worst situations. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_posreap Float Recommended MIDUS Secondary Control (Positive Reappraisals) 1::4 mean
Query midusii12c Integer Recommended c. When my expectations are not being met, I lower my expectations. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12d Integer Recommended d. To avoid disappointments, I dont set my goals too high. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12f Integer Recommended f. I feel relieved when I let go of some of my responsibilities. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12i Integer Recommended i. I often remind myself that I cant do everything. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12l Integer Recommended l. When I cant get what I want, I assume my goals must be unrealistic. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_low_asp Float Recommended MIDUS Secondary Control (Lowering Aspirations) 1::4 mean
Query midusii12y Integer Recommended y. I dont like to ask others for help unless I have to. (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12z Integer Recommended z. Asking others for help comes naturally for me. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12bb Integer Recommended bb. When I cannot solve a problem by myself, I ask others for help. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12ff Integer Recommended ff. When obstacles get in my way, I try to get help from others. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12jj Integer Recommended jj. When difficulties become too great I ask others for advice. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_cmpprm Float Recommended MIDUS Compensatory Primary Control 1::4 mean
Query midusii12aa Integer Recommended aa. When I have decided on a goal, I always keep in mind its benefits. 1::4 1 A lot; 2 Some; 3 A little; 4 Not at all.
Query midusii12ee Integer Recommended ee. When I have decided on something, I avoid anything that could distract me. 1::4 1 A lot; 2 Some; 3 A little; 4 Not at all.
Query midusii12ii Integer Recommended ii. For goals that are difficult to achieve, I keep in mind how good I will feel when I have reached them. 1::4 1 A lot; 2 Some; 3 A little; 4 Not at all.
Query midusii_selsec Float Recommended MIDUS Selective Secondary Control 1::4 mean
Query midusii12cc Integer Recommended cc. When it turns out that I cannot attain a goal in any way, I let go of it. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12gg Integer Recommended gg. I stop thinking about a goal that has become unattainable and let it go. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12hh Integer Recommended hh. When something I wanted did not work out, I try not to think about it too much. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12kk Integer Recommended kk. If I cannot attain a goal in my life, I think about other new goals to pursue. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_diseng Float Recommended MIDUS Compensatory Secondary Control Disengagement 1::4 mean
Query midusii12dd Integer Recommended dd. When I find it impossible to attain a goal, I try not to blame myself. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_slfprt Float Recommended MIDUS Compensatory Secondary Control Self Protection 1::4 mean
Query midusii_adjgls Float Recommended MIDUS Compensatory Secondary Control Adjustment of Goals 1::4 mean
Query midusii12o Integer Recommended o. I like to make plans for the future. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12p Integer Recommended p. I know what I want out of life. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12r Integer Recommended r. I find it helpful to set goals for the near future. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_dirplng Float Recommended MIDUS Self Directedness and Planning 1::4 mean
Query midusii12q Integer Recommended q. I live one day at a time. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12s Integer Recommended s. I have too many things to think about today to think about tomorrow. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12u Integer Recommended u. There is no use in thinking about the past because there is nothing you can do about it. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12x Integer Recommended x. I believe there is no sense planning too far ahead because so many things can change. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_lvtdy Float Recommended MIDUS Live for Today 1::4 mean
Query midusii12t Integer Recommended t. Making sense of my past helps me figure out what to do in the present. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii12v Integer Recommended v. After something bad happens, I think about how I could have prevented it. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_instpast Float Recommended MIDUS Insight into Past 1::4 mean
Query midusii12w Integer Recommended w. I am good at figuring out how things will turn out. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_frstantcp Float Recommended MIDUS Foresight and Anticipation 1::4 mean
Query midusii_slfsffcncy Float Recommended MIDUS Self-Sufficiency 1::4 mean
Query midusii13a Integer Recommended a. I try to grow as a person as a result of the experience. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13h Integer Recommended h. I try to see it in a different light, to make it seem more positive. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13o Integer Recommended o. I look for something good in what is happening. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13u Integer Recommended u. I learn something from the experience. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_psrntrpgrwth Float Recommended MIDUS Positive Reinterpretation and Growth 1::4 mean
Query midusii13b Integer Recommended b. I concentrate my efforts on doing something about it. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13i Integer Recommended i. I take additional action to try to get rid of the problem. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13p Integer Recommended p. I take direct action to get around the problem. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13v Integer Recommended v. I do what has to be done, one step at a time. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_actcop Float Recommended MIDUS Active Coping 1::4 mean
Query midusii13c Integer Recommended c. I make a plan of action. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13j Integer Recommended j. I try to come up with a strategy about what to do. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13q Integer Recommended q. I think about how I might best handle the problem. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13w Integer Recommended w. I think hard about what steps to take. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_plan Float Recommended MIDUS Planning 1::4 mean
Query midusii13d Integer Recommended d. I get upset and let my emotions out. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13k Integer Recommended k. I get upset, and am really aware of it. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13r Integer Recommended r. I let my feelings out. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13x Integer Recommended x. I feel a lot of emotional distress and find myself expressing those feelings a lot. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_fcvntemt Float Recommended MIDUS Focus on and Venting of Emotion 1::4 mean
Query midusii13e Integer Recommended e. I say to myself this isnt real. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13l Integer Recommended l. I refuse to believe that it has happened. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13s Integer Recommended s. I pretend that it hasnt really happened. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13y Integer Recommended y. I act as though it hasnt even happened. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_dnl Float Recommended MIDUS Denial 1::4 mean
Query midusii13f Integer Recommended f. I admit to myself that I cant deal with it, and quit trying. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13m Integer Recommended m. I give up trying to reach my goal. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13t Integer Recommended t. I give up the attempt to get what I want. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13z Integer Recommended z. I reduce the amount of effort Im putting into solving the problem. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_bhvdis Float Recommended MIDUS Behavioral Disengagement 1::4 mean
Query midusii13g Integer Recommended g. I eat more than I usually do. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii13n Integer Recommended n. I eat more of my favorite foods to make myself feel better. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_foodcop Float Recommended MIDUS Using Food to Cope 1::4 mean
Query midusii_probfoccop Integer Recommended MIDUS Problem Focused Coping (COPE combined scale) 12::48 sum
Query midusii_emfuccop Integer Recommended MIDUS Emotion Focused Coping (COPE combined scale) 12::48 sum
Query midusii27e Integer Recommended e. The things you do at work help you deal with personal and practical issues at home? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27f Integer Recommended f. The things you do at work make you a more interesting person at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27g Integer Recommended g. Having a good day on your job makes you a better companion when you get home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27h Integer Recommended h. The skills you use on your job are useful for things you have to do at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_pwfspill Integer Recommended MIDUS Positive Work to Family Spillover 4::20 sum
Query midusii27a Integer Recommended a. Your job reduces the effort you can give to activities at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27b Integer Recommended b. Stress at work makes you irritable at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27c Integer Recommended c. Your job makes you feel too tired to do the things that need attention at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27d Integer Recommended d. Job worries or problems distract you when you are at home. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_nwfspill Integer Recommended MIDUS Negative Work to Family Spillover 4::20 sum
Query midusii27m Integer Recommended m. Talking with someone at home helps you deal with problems at work. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27n Integer Recommended n. Providing for what is needed at home makes you work harder at your job. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27o Integer Recommended o. The love and respect you get at home makes you feel confident about yourself at work. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27p Integer Recommended p. Your home life helps you relax and feel ready for the next days work. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_pfwspill Integer Recommended MIDUS Positive Family to Work Spillover 4::20 sum
Query midusii27i Integer Recommended i. Responsibilities at home reduce the effort you can devote to your job. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27j Integer Recommended j. Personal or family worries and problems distract you when you are at work. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27k Integer Recommended k. Activities and chores at home prevent you from getting the amount of sleep you need to do your job well. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii27l Integer Recommended l. Stress at home makes you irritable at work. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_nfwspill Integer Recommended MIDUS Negative Family to Work Spillover 4::20 sum
Query midusii_spillover Integer Recommended MIDUS WORK TO FAMILY AND FAMILY TO WORK SPILLOVER 16::64 sum
Query midusii28b Integer Recommended b. How often do you learn new things at work? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28c Integer Recommended c. How often does your work demand a high level of skill or expertise? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28i Integer Recommended i. How often does your job provide you with a variety of things that interest you? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_sklldscr Integer Recommended MIDUS Skill Discretion 3::15 sum
Query midusii28d Integer Recommended d. On your job, how often do you have to initiate things -- such as coming up with your own ideas, or figuring out on your own what needs to be done? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28e Integer Recommended e. How often do you have a choice in deciding how you do your tasks at work? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28f Integer Recommended f. How often do you have a choice in deciding what tasks you do at work? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28g Integer Recommended g. How often do you have a say in decisions about your work? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28h Integer Recommended h. How often do you have a say in planning your work environment -- that is, how your workplace is arranged or how things are organized? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii29b Integer Recommended F29b. (How often) you control the amount of time you spend on tasks. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_decath Integer Recommended MIDUS Decision Authority 6::30 sum
Query midusii28a Integer Recommended F28a. How often do you have to work very intensively -- that is, you are very busy trying to get things done? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii28j Integer Recommended F28j. How often do different people or groups at work demand things from you that you think are hard to combine? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii29a Integer Recommended F29a. (How often) you have too many demands made on you. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii29c Integer Recommended F29c. (How often) you have enough time to get everything done. (reverse) 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii29d Integer Recommended F29d. (How often) you have a lot of interruption. 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_demsc Integer Recommended MIDUS Demands Scale 5::25 sum
Query midusii30b Integer Recommended b. How often are your coworkers willing to listen to your work-related problems? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_cowspp Integer Recommended MIDUS Coworker Support 2::10 sum
Query midusii30c Integer Recommended c. How often do you get the information you need from your supervisor or superiors? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii30d Integer Recommended d. How often do you get help and support from your immediate supervisor? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii30e Integer Recommended e. How often is your immediate supervisor willing to listen to your work-related problems? 1::5 1= All of the time; 2= Most of the time; 3= Sometimes; 4= Rarely; 5= Never.
Query midusii_supsup Integer Recommended MIDUS Supervisor Support 3::15 sum
Query midusii31a Integer Recommended a. How often do you think you are unfairly given the jobs that no one else wanted to do? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii31b Integer Recommended b. How often are you watched more closely than other workers? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii31c Integer Recommended c. How often does your supervisor or boss use ethnic, racial, or sexual slurs or jokes? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii31d Integer Recommended d. How often do your coworkers use ethnic, racial, or sexual slurs or jokes? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii31e Integer Recommended e. How often do you feel that you are ignored or not taken seriously by your boss? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii31f Integer Recommended f. How often has a co-worker with less experience and qualifications gotten promoted before you? 1::5 1= Once a week or more; 2= A few times a month; 3= A few times a year; 4= Less than once a year; 5= Never.
Query midusii_cjdiscr Integer Recommended MIDUS Chronic job discrimination 6::30 sum
Query midusii32a Integer Recommended a. I feel cheated about the chances I have had to work at good jobs. (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii32b Integer Recommended b. When I think about the work I do on my job, I feel a good deal of pride. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii32c Integer Recommended c. I feel that others respect the work I do on my job. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii32d Integer Recommended d. Most people have more rewarding jobs than I do. (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii32e Integer Recommended e. When it comes to my work life, Ive had opportunities that are as good as most peoples. 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii32f Integer Recommended f. It makes me discouraged that other people have much better jobs that I do. (reverse) 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_ineqwrk Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived inequality in work 1::4 mean
Query midusii_lylgnrtsl Integer Recommended MIDUS Loyola Generativity Scale 6::24 sum
Query midusii16a Integer Recommended a. The world is too complex for me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16h Integer Recommended h. I cannot make sense of whats going on in the world. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_mngfsoc Integer Recommended MIDUS Meaningfulness of Society (Social Coherence) 2::14 sum
Query midusii16b Integer Recommended b. I dont feel I belong to anything Id call a community. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16f Integer Recommended f. I feel close to other people in my community. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16k Integer Recommended k. My community is a source of comfort. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_socint Integer Recommended MIDUS Social Integration 3::21 sum
Query midusii16c Integer Recommended c. People who do a favor expect nothing in return.(reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16j Integer Recommended j. People do not care about other peoples problems. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16n Integer Recommended n. I believe that people are kind. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_accothrs Integer Recommended MIDUS Acceptance of Others (Social Acceptance) 3::21 sum
Query midusii16d Integer Recommended d. I have something valuable to give to the world. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16g Integer Recommended g. My daily activities do not create anything worthwhile for my community. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16o Integer Recommended o. I have nothing important to contribute to society. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_soccntr Integer Recommended MIDUS Social Contribution 3::21 sum
Query midusii16e Integer Recommended e. The world is becoming a better place for everyone. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16i Integer Recommended i. Society has stopped making progress. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16m Integer Recommended m. society isnt improving for people like me. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_socact Integer Recommended MIDUS Social Actualization 3::21 sum
Query midusii16q Integer Recommended q. Even when things are going well for me, I cant be happy if I have a friend who is in trouble. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16r Integer Recommended r. I am moved when I hear of another persons hardship. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16s Integer Recommended s. I think nothing is more important than to be sympathetic to others. 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii16t Integer Recommended t. My sympathy has its limit. (reverse) 1::7 1= Strongly agree; 2= Somewhat agree; 3= A little Agre; 4= Neither agree or disagree; 5= A little disagree; 6= Somewhat disagree; 7= Strongly disagree
Query midusii_sympathy Float Recommended MIDUS Sympathy Scale 1::7 mean
Query midusii_pnqh Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived Neighborhood Quality/Health Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii_pininhome Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived Inequality In Home mean 1::4 mean
Query midusiipif6a Integer Recommended a. I feel good about the opportunities I have been able to provide for my children. (reverse) 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusiipif6b Integer Recommended b. It seems to me that family life with my children has been more negative than most people's. 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusiipif6c Integer Recommended c. Problems with my children have caused me shame and embarrassment at times. 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusiipif6d Integer Recommended d. As a family, we have not had the resources to do many fun things together with the children. 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusiipif6e Integer Recommended e. I believe I have been able to do as much for my children as most other people. (reverse) 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusiipif6f Integer Recommended f. I feel a lot of pride about what I have been able to do for my children. (reverse) 1::4 1= Not at all true; 2= A little true; 3= Moderately true; 4= extremely true.
Query midusii_perinfam Float Recommended MIDUS Perceived Inequality in Family Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii7 Integer Recommended 7. During the past year, how often have you thought your relationship might be in trouble? 1::5 1= Never; 2= Once; 3= A few times; 4= Most of the time; 5= All the time.
Query midusii8 Integer Recommended 8. (Realistically) what do you think the chances are that you and your partner will eventually separate? (reverse) 1::4 1= Very likely; 2= Somewhat likely; 3= Not very likely; 4= Not likely at all.
Query midusii_marital Integer Recommended MIDUS Marital risk scale sum 2::9 sum
Query midusii_spsdis Integer Recommended MIDUS Spouse/Partner Disagreement Sum 3::12 sum
Query midusii2b Integer Recommended b. How spiritual are you? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2d Integer Recommended d. How important is spirituality in your life? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_spirituality Integer Recommended MIDUS Spirituality Sum 2::8 sum
Query midusii2a Integer Recommended a. How religious are you? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2c Integer Recommended c. How important is religion in your life? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2e Integer Recommended e. How important is it for you -- or would it be if you had children now -- to send your children for religious or spiritual services or instruction? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2f Integer Recommended f. How closely do you identify with being a member of your religious group? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2g Integer Recommended g. How much do you prefer to be with other people who are the same religion as you? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2h Integer Recommended h. How important do you think it is for people of your religion to marry other people who are the same religion? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii2i Integer Recommended i. How important is it for you to celebrate or practice on religious holidays with your family, friends, or members of your religious community? 1::4 1= Very; 2= Somewhat; 3= Not very; 4= Not at all.
Query midusii_relid Integer Recommended MIDUS Religious Identification Sum 7::28 sum
Query midusii3a Integer Recommended a. Pray in private? 1::6 1= Once a day or more; 2= A few times a week; 3= Once a week; 4= 1-3 times per month; 5= Less than once per month; 6 Never
Query midusii3b Integer Recommended b. Meditate or chant? 1::6 1= Once a day or more; 2= A few times a week; 3= Once a week; 4= 1-3 times per month; 5= Less than once per month; 6 Never
Query midusii3c Integer Recommended c. Read the Bible or other religious literature? 1::6 1= Once a day or more; 2= A few times a week; 3= Once a week; 4= 1-3 times per month; 5= Less than once per month; 6 Never
Query midusii_prp Integer Recommended MIDUS Private Religious Practices Sum 3::18 sum
Query midusii8a Integer Recommended a. If you were ill, how much would people in your congregation help you out? 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii8b Integer Recommended b. If you had a problem or were faced with a difficult situation, how much comfort would people in your congregation be willing to give you? 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii8c Integer Recommended c. How often do people in your congregation or spiritual community make too many demands on you? (reverse) 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii8d Integer Recommended d. How often do people in your congregation or spiritual community criticize you and the things you do? (reverse) 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii_relsp Integer Recommended MIDUS Religious Support Sum 4::16 sum
Query midusii_relcopa Integer Recommended MIDUS Religious/Spiritual Coping-A Sum 2::8 sum
Query midusii9f Integer Recommended f. I look to God for strength, support, and guidance. 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii9g Integer Recommended g. I work together with God as partners. 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii9h Integer Recommended h. I think about how my life is part of a larger spiritual force. 1::4 1= A great deal; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= None.
Query midusii_relcopb Integer Recommended MIDUS Religious/Spiritual Coping-B Sum 6::24 sum
Query midusii_dlyspirexp Integer Recommended MIDUS Daily Spiritual Experiences Sum 5::20 sum
Query midusii11a Integer Recommended a. more engaged in the present moment. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11b Integer Recommended b. more sensitive to the feelings of others. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11c Integer Recommended c. more receptive to new ideas. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11d Integer Recommended d. a better listener. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11e Integer Recommended e. a more patient person. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11f Integer Recommended f. more aware of small changes in my environment. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11g Integer Recommended g. more tolerant of differences. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11h Integer Recommended h. more aware of different ways to solve problems. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii11i Integer Recommended i. more likely to perceive things in new ways. 1::5 1= Strongly agree; 2= Agree; 3= Neither agree nor disagree; 4= Disagree; 5= Strongly disagree.
Query midusii_mindfulness Integer Recommended MIDUS Mindfulness Sum 9::45 sum
Query midusii_religiosity Integer Recommended MIDUS Religiosity Sum sum
Query midusii1a Integer Recommended a. You were discouraged by a teacher or advisor from seeking higher education. how many times
Query midusii1c Integer Recommended c. You were not hired for a job. how many times
Query midusii1d Integer Recommended d. You were not given a promotion. how many times
Query midusii1g Integer Recommended g. You were prevented from remaining in a neighborhood because neighbors made life so uncomfortable. how many times
Query midusii1k Integer Recommended k. You were denied or provided inferior service by a plumber, care mechanic, or other service provider. how many times
Query midusii_lifdiscr Integer Recommended Lifetime Discrimination number of 1 or higher responses
Query midusii_dlydiscr Integer Recommended MIDUS Daily Discrimination Sum 9::36 Sum
Query midusii13 Integer Recommended E13. How would you rate your relationship with your mother during the years you were growing up 1::5 1= Excellent; 2= Very good; 3= Good; 4= Fair; 5= Poor
Query midusii14a Integer Recommended a. How much did she understand your problems and worries? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14b Integer Recommended b. How much could you confide in her about things that were bothering you? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14c Integer Recommended c. How much love and affection did she give you? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14d Integer Recommended d. How much time and attention did she give you when you needed it? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14e Integer Recommended e. How much effort did she put into watching over you and making sure you had a good upbringing? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14k Integer Recommended k. How much did she teach you about life? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_mataff Float Recommended MIDUS Maternal Affection Mean mean
Query midusii14f Integer Recommended f. How strict was she with her rules for you? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14g Integer Recommended g. How consistent was she about the rules? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14h Integer Recommended h. How harsh was she when she punished you? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14i Integer Recommended i. How much did she stop you from doing things that other kids your age were allowed to do? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_matdisc Float Recommended MIDUS Maternal Discipline Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii14l Integer Recommended l. How generous and helpful was she to people outside the family? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii14m Integer Recommended m. How sociable and friendly was she to people outside the family? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_matmodgen Float Recommended MIDUS Maternal Model of Generosity 1::4 mean
Query midusii15 Integer Recommended E15 How would you rate your relationship with your father during the years you were growing up* 1::5 1= Excellent; 2= Very good; 3= Good; 4= Fair; 5= Poor
Query midusii_pataff Float Recommended MIDUS Paternal Affection Mean mean
Query midusii_patdisc Float Recommended MIDUS Paternal Discipline Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii16l Integer Recommended l. How generous and helpful was he to people outside the family? 1::4 1= A lot; 2= Some; 3= A little; 4= Not at all
Query midusii_patmodgen Float Recommended MIDUS Paternal Model of Generosity 1::4 mean
Query midusii_paraff Float Recommended MIDUS Parental Affection 1::4 Mean of Maternal and Paternal Affection
Query midusii_basact Float Recommended MIDUS Basic Activity of Daily Living Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii_instact Float Recommended MIDUS Instrumental Activity of Daily Living Mean 1::4 mean
Query midusii_dyspnea Integer Recommended Progressive Levels of Dyspnea 1::4 1= if the respondent answered Yes to only A29a.; 2= if the respondent answered Yes to A29a AND A29b.; 3= if the respondent answered Yes to A29a, A29b, and A29c.; 4= if the respondent answered Yes to A29a, A29b, A29c and A29d.A535midus_
Query midusii66a Integer Recommended a. Did you have any emotional or psychological problems form using alcohol, such as feeling depressed, being suspicious of people, or having strange ideas? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusii66b Integer Recommended b. Did you have such a strong desire or urge to use alcohol that you could not resist or could not think of anything else? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusii66c Integer Recommended c. Did you have a period of a month or more when you spent a great deal of time using alcohol or getting over its effects? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusii66d Integer Recommended d. Did you find that you had to use more alcohol than usual to get the same effect or that the same amount had less effect on you than before? 0;1 0= No; 1= Yes
Query midusii_alscrn Integer Recommended Having alcohol related problems (during the past 12 months) 0;1 1 if the respondent answered Yes to any of four questions.; 0 otherwise.
Query socrq01 Integer Recommended Can you really count on this person to care about you, regardless of what is happening to you? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq02 Integer Recommended Can you really count on this person to help you feel better when you are feeling generally down-in-the-dumps? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq03 Integer Recommended Can you count on this person to console you when you are very upset? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq04 Integer Recommended How much of a comfort do you find this person to be? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= Very Much
Query socrq05 Integer Recommended How much do they really care about you? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq06 Integer Recommended How much do they understand the way you feel about things? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq07 Integer Recommended How much can they rely on you for help if you have a serious problem? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq08 Integer Recommended How much can you open up to them if you need to talk about your worries? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq09 Integer Recommended How often do they make too many demands on you? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq10 Integer Recommended How often do they criticize you? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq11 Integer Recommended How often do they let you down when you are counting on them? 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq12 Integer Recommended How often does this person get on your nerves 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq13 Integer Recommended How close is this person to you 1::7 1= Not at all; 3= A little; 5= Some; 7= A lot
Query socrq14 Integer Recommended Choose the pair that best characterizes your relationship with the person you rated above 1::7 1= Not Close; 7= Very Close
Query socrq15 Integer Recommended I feel like being around this person right now 1::5 1= Not at all; 5= Very much so
visit String 60 Recommended Visit name
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