Scale-Description

The Emotional Self-Efficacy Scale for Youth (ESES-Y) is a psychometric scale designed to measure the emotional self-efficacy of young people. Self-efficacy refers to a person’s ability to believe that they can effectively manage their emotions in various situations. This scale is often used to assess adolescents’ ability to understand and manage their emotions, which is crucial for psychosocial development.

Data Analysis and Usage

Data collected through the ESES-Y can be analyzed using statistical techniques such as reliability analysis (e.g., Cronbach’s Alpha), exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, to test the internal consistency of the scale and its structural validity.
Through this analysis, researchers can examine whether the various dimensions of self-efficacy (e.g., managing negative emotions or expressing positive emotions) interact with factors such as age, gender, or other psychological variables. This data can be used for educational and psychological interventions to help young people improve their emotional management.

Purpose

The primary objective of the ESES-Y scale is to determine the level of emotional self-efficacy in young people regarding their ability to manage emotions. This includes their ability to cope with stressful situations, express emotions in healthy ways, and maintain psychological well-being. The tool can be used both in educational settings and research to understand emotional development and provide support to young individuals.

Scoring

The scale is typically scored based on self-report responses, where participants answer questions related to various emotional situations. Responses are evaluated on a Likert scale (usually 5-point), where participants indicate their level of agreement or disagreement with the statements. The overall score is derived from the average or sum of responses, providing an indication of the level of self-efficacy in specific areas of emotional management.

References

Muris, P. (2001). A brief questionnaire for measuring self-efficacy in youths. Journal of Psychopathology and Behavioral Assessment, 23(3), 145-149.
Bandura, A. (2006). Guide for constructing self-efficacy scales. In F. Pajares & T. Urdan (Eds.), Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Adolescents (pp. 307-337). Information Age Publishing.
Caprara, G. V., & Gerbino, M. (2001). Affective perceived self-efficacy: The capacity to regulate negative affect and to express positive affect. In G. V. Caprara (Ed.), Self-Efficacy: Affective, Regulatory, and Cognitive Determinants of Behavior (pp. 35-52). Worth Publishers.