Measuring stress in Australia: validation of the perceived stress scale (PSS-14) in a national sample

Measuring stress in Australia: validation of the perceived stress scale (PSS-14) in a national sample

Abstract Background In Australia, the stress levels have increased over the years, impacting on the physical and mental health of the general population. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the validity and reliability of the PSS-14 in an Australian population. Methods The PSS-14 was applie...

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Main Authors: Pedro H. Ribeiro Santiago, Tine Nielsen, Lisa Gaye Smithers, Rachel Roberts, Lisa Jamieson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-04-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
Subjects:
Psychometrics
Perceived stress scale
Australia
Differential item functioning
Measurement invariance
Psychological stress
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12955-020-01343-x

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