ITEMS | LOADINGS |
Factor 1—Recreational |
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It is acceptable for an athlete to borrow someone’s prescription medication in order to enhance their athletic performance | .82 |
It is ok for an individual to take medication that is not prescribed to them in order to decrease appetite and lose weight | .79 |
There are certain situations where it is ok to take someone else’s prescribed medication. | .77 |
There isn’t anything wrong with someone taking a medication not prescribed to them in order to enhance sexual activity. | .75 |
If a person is in physical pain from an injury, taking someone else’s medication is okay in that situation | .70 |
If a prescription drug makes a person have more fun at a party it’s worth taking it. | .60 |
As long as it makes you feel better and not worse, it is fine to take prescription drugs while drinking. | .59 |
Using prescribed medications just to stay awake at a party is okay. | .59 |
If an individual feels awkward in social situations, it is okay for them sometimes to take a medication that is not prescribed to them if it makes them feel better. | .59 |
Using other people’s prescription medications in order feel less stressed is fine in a pinch. | .57 |
It’s fine if a person takes a friend’s prescription drug if it helps him or her to become more sociable and enjoy their surroundings. | .49 |
Factor 2—Achievement-Oriented |
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People shouldn’t take medication not prescribed to them in order to finish their school work faster. | .81 |
Taking medication that is not prescribed to you should be illegal. | .70 |
An individual should only take medication that is prescribed to them by a medical professional. | .69 |
It is okay for an individual to take medication that is not prescribed to them in order to stay up later and get more accomplished. | .60 |
I would try a medication that is not prescribed to me if it was given to me for free. | .54 |
If an individual is trying to improve their grades, it is okay for them to take medication that is not prescribed to them just to help with studying. | .53 |
It is alright for someone to take a friend’s medication if it helps them concentrate and think more clearly during an exam. | .52 |