Revised Scale for Caregiving Self-Efficacy [RSFCSE-15]

Description

Revised Scale for Caregiving Self-Efficacy [RSFCSE-15]

Description

The Revised Scale for Caregiving Self-Efficacy [RSFCSE-15] is a 15-item self-report instrument designed to assess caregivers’ perceived ability to effectively manage the demands and challenges associated with the caregiving role.

Purpose

The scale evaluates key dimensions of caregiving self-efficacy, including:

  • confidence in obtaining respite or assistance,
  • ability to respond to disruptive or challenging behaviors of the care recipient,
  • ability to control upsetting or unhelpful thoughts related to caregiving.

Scoring

The RSFCSE-15 consists of 15 items organized into specific dimensions of caregiving self-efficacy. Respondents indicate how confident they are that they can successfully manage different caregiving situations.

Higher scores indicate greater perceived caregiving self-efficacy.

Applications

The RSFCSE-15 can be used in clinical and research settings involving family and informal caregivers, particularly those providing care to individuals with chronic illness, dementia, or long-term care needs. It may also be used to evaluate interventions aimed at reducing caregiver burden and strengthening caregivers’ confidence and coping abilities.

Reference

Steffen, A. M., McKibbin, C., Zeiss, A. M., Gallagher-Thompson, D., & Bandura, A. (2002). The Revised Scale for Caregiving Self-Efficacy: Reliability and validity studies. The Journals of Gerontology: Series B, 57(1), P74–P86.