This scale consists of a number of words that describe different feelings and emotions. Read each item and then mark the appropriate answer in the space next to that word. Indicate to what extent you generally feel this way, that is, how you feel on the average. Use the following scale to record your answers.
1=Very slightly or not at all 2=A little
3=Moderately 4=Quite a bit 5=Extremely
____interested ____irritable ____distressed ____alert ____excited ____ashamed
____upset ____inspired
____strong ____nervous
____guilty ____determined ____scared ____attentive ____hostile ____jittery ____enthusiastic ____active
____proud ____afraid
Appendix J: Mindful Attention and Awareness Scale
Below is a collection of statements about your everyday experience. Using the 1–6 scale below, please indicate how frequently or infrequently you currently have each experience. Please answer according to what really reflects your experience rather than what you think your experience should be.” The accompanying 6-point scale is 1 = almost always, 2 = very frequently, 3 = somewhat frequently, 4 = somewhat infrequently, 5 = very infrequently, and 6 = almost never.
1. I could be experiencing some emotion and not be conscious of it until some time later.
1 = almost always
2. I break or spill things because of carelessness, not paying attention, or thinking of something else.
3. I find it difficult to stay focused on what’s happening in the present.
1 = almost always
4. I tend to walk quickly to get where I’m going without paying attention to what I experience along the way.
5. I tend not to notice feelings of physical tension or discomfort until they really grab my attention.
1 = almost always
2 = very frequently 3 = somewhat frequently 4 = somewhat infrequently 5 = very infrequently 6 = almost never
6. I forget a person’s name almost as soon as I’ve been told it for the first time.
1 = almost always
7. It seems I am “running on automatic” without much awareness of what I’m doing.
1 = almost always
8. I rush through activities without being really attentive to them.
1 = almost always
9. I get so focused on the goal I want to achieve that I lose touch with what I am doing right now to get there.
10. I do jobs or tasks automatically, without being aware of what I’m doing.
1 = almost always
11. I find myself listening to someone with one ear, doing something else at the same time.
12. I drive places on “automatic pilot” and then wonder why I went there.
1 = almost always
13. I find myself preoccupied with the future or the past.
1 = almost always
14. I find myself doing things without paying attention.
1 = almost always
15. I snack without being aware that I’m eating.
1 = almost always
Appendix K: Patient Health Questionnaire-9 Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you
been bothered by any of the following problems? (Use “✔” to indicate your answer)
Not at all Several
3.Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much
0 1 2 3
4.Feeling tired or having little energy 0 1 2 3
5.Poor appetite or overeating 0 1 2 3
6.Feeling bad about yourself — or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down
0 1 2 3
7.Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading the newspaper or watching television
0 1 2 3
8.Moving or speaking so slowly that other people could have noticed? Or the opposite—being so fidgety or restless that you have been moving around a lot more than usual
0 1 2 3
9.Thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself in some way
0 1 2 3
If you checked off any problems, how difficult have these problems made it for you to do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people?
Not difficult at all Somewhat difficult Very difficult Extremely difficult
Appendix L: Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you
been bothered by any of the following problems? (Use “✔” to indicate your answer)
Not at all Several
days More
than half the days
Nearly every
day
1.Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge? 0 1 2 3
2.Not being able to stop or control worrying? 0 1 2 3
3.Worrying too much about different things? 0 1 2 3
4.Trouble relaxing? 0 1 2 3
5.Being so restless that it is hard to sit still? 0 1 2 3
6.Becoming easily annoyed or irritable? 0 1 2 3
7.Feeling afraid as if something awful might happen?
0 1 2 3
Appendix M: Perceived Stress Scale INSTRUCTIONS:
The questions in this scale ask you about your feelings and thoughts during the last month. In each case, you will be asked to indicate your response by placing an “X” over the circle representing HOW OFTEN you felt or thought a certain way. Although some of the questions are similar, there are differences between them and you should treat each one as a separate question. The best approach is to answer fairly quickly. That is, don’t try to count up the number of times you felt a particular way, but rather indicate the alternative that seems like a reasonable estimate.
1) In the last month, how often have you been upset because of something that happened unexpectedly?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 2) In the last month, how often have you felt that you were unable to control the important
things in your life?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 3) In the last month, how often have you dealt successfully with day to day problems and
annoyances?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 4) In the last month, how often have you dealt successfully with day to day problems and
annoyances?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 5) In the last month, how often have you felt that you were effectively coping with important
changes that were occurring in your life?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4
6) In the last month, how often have you felt confident about your ability to handle your personal problems?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 7) In the last month, how often have you felt that things were going your way?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 8) In the last month, how often have you found that you could not cope with all the things you
had to do?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 9) In the last month, how often have you been able to control irritations in your life?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 10) In the last month, how often have you felt that you were on top of things?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4
11) In the last month, how often have you been angered because of things that happened that were outside of your control?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 12) In the last month, how often have you found yourself thinking about things that you have to
accomplish?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4
13) In the last month, how often have you been able to control the way you spend your time?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4 14) In the past month, how often have you felt difficulties were piling up so high that you could not overcome them?
Never Almost Never Sometimes Fairly Often Very
Often
0 1 2 3 4
Appendix N: Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale 25 (CD-RISC-25) ©
Initials: ID#: Date: Age:
For each item, please mark an “x” in the box below that best indicates how much you agree with the following statements as they apply to you over the last month. If a particular situation has not occurred recently, answer according to how you think you would have felt.
Not
2) I have at least one close and secure relationship that helps me when I am stressed.
3) When there are no clear solutions to my problems, sometimes fate or God can help.
4) I can deal with whatever comes my way.
5) Past successes give me confidence in dealing with new challenges and difficulties.
6) I try to see the humorous side of things when I am faced with problems.
7) Having to cope with stress can make me stronger.
8) I tend to bounce back after illness, injury, or other hardships.
9) Good or bad, I believe that most things happen for a reason.
10) I give my best effort no matter what the outcome may be.
11) I believe I can achieve my goals, even if there are obstacles.
12) Even when things look hopeless, I don’t give up.
13) During times of stress/crisis, I know where to turn for help.
14) Under pressure, I stay focused and think clearly.
15) I prefer to take the lead in solving problems rather than letting others make all the decisions.
16) I am not easily discouraged by failure.
17) I think of myself as a stong person when dealing with life’s challenges and difficulties.
18) I can make unpopular or difficult decisions that affect other people, if it is necessary.
19) I am able to handle unpleasant or painful feelings like sadness, fear, and anger.
20) In dealing with life’s problems, sometimes you have to act on a hunch without knowing why.
21) I have a strong sense of purpose in life.
22) I feel in control of my life.
23) I like challenges.
24) I work to attain my goals no matter what roadblocks I encounter along the way.
25) I take pride in my achievements.
Appendix O: The Social Provisions Scale Participant ID:________________________
Social Provisions Scale
Please count the number of your family members who reside in the area. Specifically, please provide:
1. The number of your immediate family members (parents, spouses, siblings and children) living in the Windsor/Detroit area:
_______________
and
2. The number of extended family members (grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins) living in the Windsor/Detroit area:
_______________
Next I’m going to ask you about your relationship with other people. Please tell me how much each statement describes your situation by using these responses.” [Hand answer card and read responses.] “So, for example, if you feel a statement is VERY TRUE you would say Strongly Agree. If you feel a statement CLEARLY does not describe your relationships, you would answer Strongly Disagree. Do you have any questions?”
Strongly
Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
7. I feel responsible for taking care
10. If something went wrong, no one would help me.
1 2 3 4
11. I have close relationships that make me feel good. same interests and concerns as me.
1 2 3 4
15. There is no one who needs me to take care of them.
1 2 3 4
16. I have a trustworthy person to turn to if I have problems.
1 2 3 4
17. I feel a strong emotional tie with at least one other person.
1 2 3 4
20. There are people who admire my talents and abilities.
Appendix P: Self-Compassion Scale Short-Form
HOW I TYPICALLY ACT TOWARDS MYSELF IN DIFFICULT TIMES
Please read each statement carefully before answering. To the left of each item, indicate how often you behave in the stated manner, using the following scale:
Almost Almost
never always
1 2 3 4 5
_____1. When I fail at something important to me I become consumed by feelings of inadequacy.
_____2. I try to be understanding and patient towards those aspects of my personality I don’t like.
_____3. When something painful happens I try to take a balanced view of the situation.
_____4. When I’m feeling down, I tend to feel like most other people are probably happier than I am.
_____5. I try to see my failings as part of the human condition.
_____6. When I’m going through a very hard time, I give myself the caring and tenderness I need.
_____7. When something upsets me I try to keep my emotions in balance.
_____8. When I fail at something that’s important to me, I tend to feel alone in my failure _____9. When I’m feeling down I tend to obsess and fixate on everything that’s wrong.
_____10. When I feel inadequate in some way, I try to remind myself that feelings of inadequacy are shared by most people.
_____11. I’m disapproving and judgmental about my own flaws and inadequacies.
_____12. I’m intolerant and impatient towards those aspects of my personality I don’t like.
Appendix Q: Inventory of College Students’ Recent Life Experiences
Following is a list of experiences which many students have some time or other. Please indicate for each experience how much it has been a part of your life over the past month. Put a “1” in the space provided next to an experience if it was not at all part of your life over the past month (e.g., “trouble with mother in law – 1”); “2” for an experience which was only slightly part of your life over that time;
“3” for an experience which was distinctly part of your life; and “4” for an experience which was very much part of your life over the past month.
Intensity of Experience over Past Month 1 = not at all part of my life
2 = only slightly part of my life 3 = distinctly part of my life 4 = very much part of my life
1) Conflicts with romantic partner’s family. ____
2) Being let down or disappointed by friends. ____
3) Conflict with professor(s). ____
4) Social rejection. ____
5) Too many things to do at once. ____
6) Being taken for granted. ____
7) Financial conflicts with family members. ____
8) Having your trust betrayed by a friend. ____
9) Separation from people you care about. ____
10) Having your contributions overlooked. ____
11) Struggling to meet your own academic standards. ____
12) Being taken advantage of. ____
13) Not enough leisure time. ____
14) Struggling to meet the academic standards of others. ____
15) A lot of responsibilities. ____
16) Dissatisfaction with school. ____
17) Decisions about intimate relationship(s). ____
18) Not enough time to meet your obligations. ____
19) Dissatisfaction with your mathematical ability. ____
20) Important decisions about your future career. ____
21) Financial burdens. ____
22) Dissatisfaction with your reading ability. ____
23) Important decisions with your education. ____
24) Loneliness. ____
25) Lower grades than you hoped for. ____
26) Conflict with teaching assistant(s). ____
27) Not enough time for sleep. ____
28) Conflicts with your family. ____
29) Heavy demands from extracurricular activities. ____
30) Finding courses too demanding. ____
31) Conflict with friends. ____
32) Hard effort to get ahead. ____
33) Poor health of a friend. ____
34) Disliking your studies. ____
35) Getting “ripped off” or cheated in the purchase of services. ____
36) Social conflicts over smoking. ____
37) Difficulties with transportation. ____
38) Disliking fellow student(s). ____
39) Conflicts with romantic partner. ____
40) Dissatisfaction with your ability at written expression. ____
41) Interruptions of your school work. ____
42) Social isolation. ____
43) Long waits to get service (e.g., at banks, stores, etc.) ____
44) Being ignored. ____
45) Dissatisfaction with your physical appearance. ____
46) Finding course(s) uninteresting. ____
47) Gossip concerning someone you care about. ____
48) Failing to get expected job. ____
49) Dissatisfaction with your athletic skills. ____
Appendix R: Toronto Alexithymia Scale-20
Using the scale provided as a guide, indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the
following statements by placing an X in the appropriate place. Give only one answer for each state: (1) Strongly Disagree, (2) Moderately Disagree, (3) Neither Disagree nor Agree, (4) Moderately Agree, (5) Strongly Agree.
what emotion I am feeling.
1 2 3 4 5
2. It is difficult for me to find the right words for my feelings.
1 2 3 4 5
3. I have physical sensations that even doctors don’t
5. I prefer to analyze problems rather than just describe them.
1 2 3 4 5
6. When I am upset, I don’t know if I am sad, frightened, or angry.
10. Being in touch with emotions
is essential. 1 2 3 4 5
11. I find it hard to describe how
I feel about people. 1 2 3 4 5
12. People tell me to describe my feelings more.
1 2 3 4 5
13. I don’t know what’s going on
inside me. 1 2 3 4 5
14. I often don’t know why I am angry.
1 2 3 4 5
15. I prefer talking to people about their daily activities rather than their feelings.
1 2 3 4 5
16. I prefer to watch “light”
entertainment shows rather than psychological dramas.
1 2 3 4 5
17. It is difficult for me to reveal my innermost feelings, even to close friends.
1 2 3 4 5
18. I can feel close to someone,
even in moments of silence. 1 2 3 4 5
19. I find examination of my feelings useful in solving personal problems.
1 2 3 4 5
20. Looking for hidden meanings in movies or plays distracts from their enjoyment.
1 2 3 4 5
How I am in general
Here are a number of characteristics that may or may not apply to you. For example, do you agree that you are someone who likes to spend time with others? Please write a number next to each statement to indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with that statement.
1
7. _____ Is helpful and unselfish with others 8. _____ Can be somewhat careless
9. _____ Is relaxed, handles stress well.
10. _____ Is curious about many different things
11. _____ Is full of energy
12. _____ Starts quarrels with others 13. _____ Is a reliable worker 14. _____ Can be tense
15. _____ Is ingenious, a deep thinker
16. _____ Generates a lot of enthusiasm 17. _____ Has a forgiving nature 18. _____ Tends to be disorganized 19. _____ Worries a lot
20. _____ Has an active imagination 21. _____ Tends to be quiet
22. _____ Is generally trusting 23. _____ Tends to be lazy
24. _____ Is emotionally stable, not easily upset 25. _____ Is inventive
26. _____ Has an assertive personality 27. _____ Can be cold and aloof
28. _____ Perseveres until the task is finished 29. _____ Can be moody
30. _____ Values artistic, aesthetic experiences
32. _____ Is considerate and kind to almost everyone
33. _____ Does things efficiently
34. _____ Remains calm in tense situations 35. _____ Prefers work that is routine 36. _____ Is outgoing, sociable 37. _____ Is sometimes rude to others 38. _____ Makes plans and follows through
with them
39. _____ Gets nervous easily
40. _____ Likes to reflect, play with ideas 41. _____ Has few artistic interests 42. _____ Likes to cooperate with others 43. _____ Is easily distracted
44. _____ Is sophisticated in art, music, or literature
Below are a number of statements that describe ways in which people act and think. For each statement, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement. If you Agree Strongly circle 1, if you Agree Somewhat circle 2, if you Disagree somewhat circle 3, and if you Disagree Strongly circle 4. Be sure to indicate your agreement or disagreement for every statement below. Also, there are questions on the following pages.
Agree
3. I generally seek new and exciting experiences and sensations.
7. I have trouble resisting my cravings (for food,
cigarettes, etc.). 1 2 3 4
8. I’ll try anything once. 1 2 3 4
9. I tend to give up easily. 1 2 3 4
10. When I am in a great mood, I tend to get into situations that could cause me problems.
1 2 3 4
11. I am not one of those people who blurt out things
without thinking. 1 2 3 4
12. I often get involved in things I later wish I could get
out of. 1 2 3 4
13. I like sports and games in which you have to choose your next move very quickly.
1 2 3 4
14. Unfinished tasks really bother me. 1 2 3 4
15. When I am very happy, I tend to do things that may cause problems in my life.
1 2 3 4
16. I like to stop and think things over before I do them. 1 2 3 4 17. When I feel bad, I will often do things I later regret in
order to make myself feel better now.
1 2 3 4
18. I would enjoy water skiing. 1 2 3 4
19. Once I get going on something I hate to stop. 1 2 3 4
21. I don’t like to start a project until I know exactly how to proceed.
1 2 3 4
22. Sometimes when I feel bad, I can’t seem to stop what I am doing even though it is making me feel worse.
1 2 3 4
28. I tend to value and follow a rational, “sensible”
approach to things.
1 2 3 4
29. When I am upset I often act without thinking. 1 2 3 4
30. Others would say I make bad choices when I am extremely happy about something.
1 2 3 4
31. I welcome new and exciting experiences and sensations, even if they are a little frightening and unconventional. 34. When I feel rejected, I will often say things that I later
regret. 1 2 3 4
35. Others are shocked or worried about the things I do
when I am feeling very excited. 1 2 3 4
36. I would like to learn to fly an airplane. 1 2 3 4
37. I am a person who always gets the job done. 1 2 3 4
38. I am a cautious person. 1 2 3 4
39. It is hard for me to resist acting on my feelings. 1 2 3 4 40. When I get really happy about something, I tend to do
things that can have bad consequences. 1 2 3 4
41. I sometimes like doing things that are a bit frightening.
1 2 3 4
what to expect from it.
44. I often make matters worse because I act without thinking when I am upset.
1 2 3 4
45. When overjoyed, I feel like I can’t stop myself from
going overboard. 1 2 3 4
46. I would enjoy the sensation of skiing very fast down a
high mountain slope. 1 2 3 4
47. Sometimes there are so many little things to be done
that I just ignore them all. 1 2 3 4
48. I usually think carefully before doing anything. 1 2 3 4 49. When I am really excited, I tend not to think of the
consequences of my actions. 1 2 3 4
50. In the heat of an argument, I will often say things that
I later regret. 1 2 3 4
51. I would like to scuba diving. 1 2 3 4
52. I tend to act without thinking when I am really
excited. 1 2 3 4
excited. 1 2 3 4