Psychometric analysis of the self-coherence survey

Self-coherence, as measured by the Self-Coherence Survey, is an important determinant of psychosocial health in a variety of life circumstances. This report presents a psychometric analysis of the Self-Coherence Survey that resulted in three scales labelled Appraisal, Holism, and Introspection. The factorial structure, reliability, and validity of Self-Coherence was evaluated and replicated in two samples from the same community population (Phase I n = 433; Phase II n = 421). The three dimensions identified in the theoretical discussion of self-coherence published in this journal in 1993, were identified and replicated. Implications for further research and nursing practice are discussed.