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Psychometric Properties of the Forms of Self-Criticising/Attacking and Self-Reassuring Scale (FSCRS) in Eating Disorder Patients

Grewe, Greta (2022) Psychometric Properties of the Forms of Self-Criticising/Attacking and Self-Reassuring Scale (FSCRS) in Eating Disorder Patients.

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Abstract:Recent studies found self-criticism being a key trait of maintaining eating disorder (ED) symptoms. Therefore, it is of high interest to have a valid and reliable measurement instrument. For this, Gilbert et al. (2004) invented the Forms of Self-Criticising/Attacking and Self-Reassuring Scale (FSCRS) which detects the extent of self-criticism and its counterpart self-reassurance in a person. The current study contributes to a growing understanding of the psychometric properties of the FSCRS. Namely, its internal- (sensitivity of change) and external responsiveness as well as its predictive validity were examined in a sample of Dutch patients with EDs (N = 589). The results indicate that the FSCRS is sensitive to change and shows responsiveness. Furthermore, findings showed that of the three subscales inadequate self (IS), hated self (HS) and reassured self (RS), HS was the only FSCRS factor that made a significant predictive contribution to ED pathology after twelve months. Additionally, good internal consistency was found for all three subscales both before and after twelve months of treatment. Although the current study can support good reliability, validity and responsiveness of the FSCRS, future research is needed for further examination in different samples to verify good psychometric properties of the FSCRS.
Item Type:Essay (Master)
Faculty:BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Subject:77 psychology
Programme:Psychology MSc (66604)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/92382
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