Clarifying the Factor Structure of the Self-Compassion Scale

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Noelle J. Strickland ◽  
Raquel Nogueira-Arjona ◽  
Sean Mackinnon ◽  
Christine Wekerle ◽  
Sherry H. Stewart
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Lower Order ◽  
Latent Variables ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Structural Equation Models ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
The Hierarchical Structure ◽  
Compassion Scale

Abstract. Self-compassion is associated with greater well-being and lower psychopathology. There are mixed findings regarding the factor structure and scoring of the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS). Using confirmatory factor analysis, we tested and conducted nested comparisons of six previously posited factor structures of the SCS. Participants were N = 1,158 Canadian undergraduates (72.8% women, 26.6% men, 0.6% non-binary; Mage = 19.0 years, SD = 2.3). Results best supported a two-factor hierarchical model with six lower-order factors. A general self-compassion factor was not supported at the higher- or lower-order levels; thus, a single total score is not recommended. Given the hierarchical structure, researchers are encouraged to use structural equation models of the SCS with two latent variables: self-caring and self-coldness. A strength of this study is the large sample, while the undergraduate sample may limit generalizability.

Is Self-Compassion Universal? Support for the Measurement Invariance of the Self-Compassion Scale Across Populations

Assessment ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 169-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
István Tóth-Király ◽  
Kristin D. Neff
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The Self ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Compassion Scale

The Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) is a widely used measure to assess the trait of self-compassion, and, so far, it has been implicitly assumed that it functions the same way across different groups. This assumption needs to be explicitly tested to ascertain that no measurement biases exist. To address this issue, the present study sought to systematically examine the generalizability of the bifactor exploratory structural equation modeling operationalization of the SCS via tests of measurement invariance across a wide range of populations, varying according to features such as student or community status, gender, age, and language. Secondary data were used for this purpose and included a total of 18 samples and 12 different languages ( N = 10,997). Multigroup analyses revealed evidence for the configural, weak, strong, strict, and latent variance–covariance of the bifactor exploratory structural equation modeling operationalization of the SCS across different groups. These findings suggest that the SCS provides an assessment of self-compassion that is psychometrically equivalent across groups. However, findings comparing latent mean invariance found that levels of self-compassion differed across groups.

scholarly journals Adaptation of the self-compassion scale for Bangladeshi culture

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-44
Author(s):  
Sumaiya Habib ◽  
Jamiun Naher
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Self ◽  
Final Version ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Total Correlation ◽  
Original Scale ◽  
Anxiety Depression ◽  
Compassion Scale

Self-compassion is a raising construct in the field of positive psychology. Evidence supported that self-compassion is an important factor in increasing psychological well-being and reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression and rumination. In the present study, authors determined the psychometric properties of the Bangla version of Self-Compassion Scale (SCS). The study was carried out in a sample of 160 adults, ranging from 18 to 28 years old. Although the original scale has 26 items, in item-total correlation analysis it was found that 24 items in the questionnaire were significantly correlated with total items, the rest two items consumed negative/low correlation (below 0.30). So, these two items were excluded from the Bangla version and 24 items were selected for the final version of the SCS. The internal consistency of the SCS was computed by Cronbach’s Alpha which was 0.83 and the split-half coefficient of the scale was 0.84. Thus the results support the Bangla SCS is suitable for use in Bangladeshi culture. Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 29(1): 37-44, 2020 (January)

Two is more valid than one: Examining the factor structure of the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS).

2017 ◽  
Vol 64 (6) ◽  
pp. 696-707 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel E. Brenner ◽  
Patrick J. Heath ◽  
David L. Vogel ◽  
Marcus Credé
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Compassion Scale

scholarly journals The Good Life: Assessing the Relative Importance of Physical, Psychological, and Self-Efficacy Statuses on Quality of Well-Being in Osteoarthritis Patients

Arthritis ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Van Liew ◽  
Maya S. Santoro ◽  
Arielle K. Chalfant ◽  
Soujanya Gade ◽  
Danielle L. Casteel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Latent Variables ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Structural Equation Models ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Model Quality ◽  
Assessment Period ◽  
Physical Dysfunction

Background and Purpose. The purpose of the present study was to examine the interrelationships among physical dysfunction, self-efficacy, psychological distress, exercise, and quality of well-being for people with osteoarthritis. It was predicted that exercise would mediate the relationships between physical dysfunction, self-efficacy, psychological distress, and quality of well-being. Methods. Participants were 363 individuals with osteoarthritis who were 60 years of age or older. Data were collected from the baseline assessment period prior to participating in a social support and education intervention. A series of structural equation models was used to test the predicted relationships among the variables. Results. Exercise did not predict quality of well-being and was not related to self-efficacy or psychological distress; it was significantly related to physical dysfunction. When exercise was removed from the model, quality of life was significantly related to self-efficacy, physical dysfunction, and psychological distress. Conclusions. Engagement in exercise was directly related to physical functioning, but none of the other latent variables. Alternatively, treatment focused on self-efficacy and psychological distress might be the most effective way to improve quality of well-being.

scholarly journals Two is more valid than one, but is six even better? The factor structure of the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS)

PLoS ONE ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. e0207706 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonja Kumlander ◽  
Oskari Lahtinen ◽  
Tiina Turunen ◽  
Christina Salmivalli
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Compassion Scale

scholarly journals Properti psikometri Self-Compassion Scale versi Indonesia: Struktur faktor, reliabilitas, dan validitas kriteria

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-208
Author(s):  
Darmawan Muttaqin ◽  
Taufik Akbar Rizqi Yunanto ◽  
Annisa Zaenab Nur Fitria ◽  
Amanda Meuthia Ramadhanty ◽  
Giofanny Filadelfia Lempang
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
The Self ◽  
Inform Consent ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Structure Reliability ◽  
Good Internal Consistency ◽  
Compassion Scale

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of Indonesian version of the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS), a measure self-compassion. Participants were 681 undergraduate students (17-22 years old) at the Faculty of Psychology University of Surabaya. The accidental sampling technique was used as a method of data collection by asking the participants' willingness to be involved in this study by filling in the research informed consent. The confirmatory factor analysis, composite reliability, and correlations were used to examine the factor structure, reliability, and criterion validity. The results found that the six-factor hierarchy model with self-compassion and self-criticism as the main dimensions are the best factor structures and have good internal consistency. The correlations between Indonesian version of the SCS with other measurements proved that Indonesian version of the SCS has a good criterion validity. The result suggests that Indonesian version of the SCS was a valid and reliable measurement tools to measure the self-compassion in Indonesian samples.Keywords: criterion validity; factor structure; reliability; SCS; self-compassion AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji properti psikometri dari Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) versi Indonesia yang mengukur self-compassion. Partisipan yang terlibat sebanyak 681 mahasiswa yang berusia 17-22 tahun yang sedang menempuh pendidikan di Fakultas Psikologi Universitas Surabaya. Teknik accidental sampling digunakan sebagai metode pengambilan data dengan meminta kesediaan partisipan untuk terlibat dalam penelitian ini dengan mengisi inform consent penelitian. Analisis konfirmatori faktor, reliabilitas komposit, dan korelasi dengan alat ukur lain digunakan untuk menguji struktur faktor, reliabilitas, validitas kriteria dari SCS versi Indonesia. Hasil analisis konfirmatori faktor menemukan bahwa model hierarki enam faktor dengan self-compassion dan self-criticism sebagai dimensi utama merupakan struktur faktor yang terbaik dan memiliki konsistensi internal yang baik. Adanya korelasi SCS versi Indonesia dengan alat ukur lain membuktikan SCS versi Indonesia memiliki validitas kriteria yang memuaskan. Hasil mengindikasikan bahwa SCS versi Indonesia merupakan alat ukur yang valid dan reliabel untuk mengukur self-compassion pada sampel Indonesia.Kata kunci: reliabilitas; SCS, self-compassion; struktur faktor; validitas kriteria

Mindfulness, self-compassion and spiritual well-being in chronic depression

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S415-S415 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Silva ◽  
S. Simões ◽  
H. Espírito-Santo ◽  
M. Marques ◽  
L. Lemos
Keyword(s):  
Psychiatric Treatment ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Self ◽  
Chronic Depression ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Common Humanity ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Spiritual Well Being ◽  
Compassion Scale ◽  
Predictors Of Depression

IntroductionDepression is one of the main causes of incapacity worldwide. Research has shown that mindfulness practice, self-compassion promotion, and spiritual well-being are beneficial for depressed individuals.ObjectiveAnalyze the associations between compassion, mindfulness, and spiritual well-being, during and after a therapeutic intervention (concluded less than a year ago).AimsTo determine if mindfulness, self-compassion, and spiritual well-being are predictors of depression.MethodPatients diagnosed with chronic depression were treated in a residential therapeutic community for a period of six to eight months. The 63 participants (M = 32.84, SD = 10.24, range = 15–50 years old; 32 during treatment; 31 after treatment) were assessed with the Beck Depression Inventory, the Questionnaire of the Five Facets of Mindfulness, the Self-Compassion Scale, and the Spiritual Well-Being Questionnaire.ResultsThere were differences in mindfulness, self-compassion, spiritual well-being and depression by sex, existence of previous psychiatric treatment, moment of the study (during versus after intervention), and depression levels. After intervention the group had higher levels of mindfulness and self-compassion (common humanity) and lower levels of over-identification, compared with group during treatment. The predictors of depression were the self-judgment dimension of the self-compassion scale and, negatively, the mindfulness dimensions of non-reactivity and non-judging, and the spiritual well-being dimension of personal well-being.ConclusionResults confirm the relationship between the study variables and depression. This reinforces the importance of intervention based on positive psychology enhancing positive areas of human experience, rather than focusing on psychological pain, weaknesses, and disabilities.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals An Investigation of the Factor Structure of the Self-Compassion Scale

Mindfulness ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 618-628 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seonaid Cleare ◽  
Andrew Gumley ◽  
Chris J. Cleare ◽  
Rory C. O’Connor
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Compassion Scale
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