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

Essie Sutton (), Kimberly A. Schonert-Reichl, Amery D. Wu and Molly Stewart Lawlor
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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

Child Indicators Research, 2018, vol. 11, issue 4, No 8, 1217-1236

Abstract: 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.

Keywords: Self-compassion; Children; Mindfulness; Well-being; Measurement (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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