Analysis

The analysis of the SPSM includes the examination of the tool’s reliability and validity. This involves the internal consistency of the questions, test-retest reliability, as well as the evaluation of convergent and divergent validity. Factor analyses help confirm the structure of the measure and provide insight into the underlying dimensions of social problem solving.

Objective

The objective of the SPSM is to provide a reliable and valid tool for assessing individuals’ ability to solve social problems. This tool is used both in clinical practice, to evaluate problem-solving skills, and in research, to study the impact of social problem solving on mental health and interpersonal relationships.

Calibration

The calibration of the SPSM is carried out using a Likert-type scale, where responses range from 0 (not at all) to 5 (very much), or similar scales depending on the specific scenario or question. Total scores are calculated by summing the individual item scores, with higher scores indicating better social problem-solving skills.

References

The literature on the SPSM includes studies examining the development and validation of the tool. One example is the work of D’Zurilla and Nezu (1990), who developed and evaluated the Social Problem-Solving Inventory (SPSI), a key instrument for assessing social problem solving. These studies provide important information regarding the reliability, validity, and practical application of the SPSM in psychological assessment and research.