A Psychometric Evaluation of the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale: Implications for Mental Health and Quality of Life of College Students

Reddy and Sureshkumar

Health Leadership and Quality of Life, 2025, vol. 4, 717

Abstract: Introduction: Interpersonal relationships are defined as mutual interactions as well as behaviours an individual experiences at varying levels. Interpersonal cognitive distortions have been found to affect the overall mental well-being of an individual and are also known to increase the risk of depression and suicide. The current study aims to establish psychometric properties of the Interpersonal Cognitive Distortions Scale among college students. Methods: The current study is a descriptive study with a non-probability convenience sampling with a sample size of 297 participants. Results: Face and content validity was adequately established for the scale. The scale has good internal consistency with a Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.910 and a Guttman split half coefficient of 0.83. The model showed a good fit with absolute indices such as x2, x2/df, TLI, NFI, CFI, RMR, RMSEA showing good fit value. The average variance extracted and composite reliability for all three factors were greater than 0.5 and 0.7 respectively thereby showing good convergent validity and composite reliability. The AVE values were greater than the squared intercorrelation, thereby showing good discriminant validity. Conclusion: The scale had demonstrated good psychometric properties, and it is suitable to use in a college setting demonstrating significant relevance in the overall well-being of students thereby aiding practitioners, clinicians, and academicians in ensuring student health and wellness.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/hl2025717

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