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Evaluating the Reliability and Validity of the Self-Compassion Scale Short Form Adapted for Children Ages 8–12

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  • Essie Sutton

    (Fordham University)

  • Kimberly A. Schonert-Reichl

    (University of British Columbia)

  • Amery D. Wu

    (University of British Columbia)

  • Molly Stewart Lawlor

    (University of British Columbia)

Abstract

Research on self-compassion in adults and adolescents has consistently shown positive associations of self-compassion to mindfulness, psychological and physical well-being, self-esteem, and compassion towards others. Yet, self-compassion in children has not been examined. The present study was conducted to explore the reliability and validity of the Self-Compassion Scale for Children (SCS-C). A sample of 406 children, ages 8 to 12, completed the SCS-C and measures of mindfulness, self-concept, well-being and psychological adjustment, empathic-related responding, and prosocial goals. Results indicated a two-factor structure for the SCS-C with negatively-worded items and positively-worded items forming two discrete subscales, each with acceptable internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = .81–.83). Children’s scores on the positive and negative self-compassion subscales were significantly related to most of the self-reported measures in the expected directions. These findings provide insight into the factor structure of the SCS-C and are consistent with previous research on the Self-Compassion Scale with adult and adolescent populations. Limitations and future directions are discussed with regard to the two-factor structure of the SCS-C and its relevance for research and applications.

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  • Essie Sutton & Kimberly A. Schonert-Reichl & Amery D. Wu & Molly Stewart Lawlor, 2018. "Evaluating the Reliability and Validity of the Self-Compassion Scale Short Form Adapted for Children Ages 8–12," Child Indicators Research, Springer;The International Society of Child Indicators (ISCI), vol. 11(4), pages 1217-1236, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:chinre:v:11:y:2018:i:4:d:10.1007_s12187-017-9470-y
    DOI: 10.1007/s12187-017-9470-y
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    1. Ying Yang & Zhen Guo & Yu Kou & Ben Liu, 2019. "Linking Self-Compassion and Prosocial Behavior in Adolescents: The Mediating Roles of Relatedness and Trust," Child Indicators Research, Springer;The International Society of Child Indicators (ISCI), vol. 12(6), pages 2035-2049, December.

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