Factorial Validity of thePerceived Empathic and Social Self-Efficacy Scalefor Adults with Serious Mental Illness: A Brief Report

Abstract

The objectives of this study were (1) to evaluate the measurement structure of thePerceived Empathic and Social Self-Efficacy Scaleamongst 194 individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) and (2) to establish construct validity for thePerceived Empathic and Social Self-Efficacy Scale. Confirmatory factor analysis yielded a two-factor measurement structure of thePerceived Empathic and Social Self-Efficacy Scale, which was positively associated with insight, social support, and life satisfaction. ThePerceived Empathic and Social Self-Efficacy Scaleis a useful measure to assess social skills amongst individuals with SMI in rehabilitation counselling.