Table 1 Items measuring Generalized Self-Efficacy (GSE) employed in the present study
Item statement | N | Item mean | Item standard deviation |
|---|---|---|---|
1. If someone opposes me, I can find the means and ways to get what I want. | 46 | 3.37 | .678 |
2. I can always manage to solve difficult problems if I try hard enough. | 46 | 3.24 | .821 |
3. It is easy for me to stick to my aims and accomplish my goals. | 46 | 3.24 | .603 |
4. I can usually handle whatever comes my way. | 46 | 3.43 | .583 |
5. Thanks to my resourcefulness, I know how to handle unforeseen situations. | 46 | 3.43 | .655 |
6. I can solve most problems if I invest the necessary effort. | 46 | 3.46 | .622 |
7. I can remain calm when facing difficulties because I can rely on my coping abilities. | 46 | 3.09 | .784 |
8. When I am confronted with a problem, I can usually find several solutions. | 46 | 3.33 | .634 |
9. If I am in trouble, I can usually think of a solution. | 46 | 3.33 | .701 |
10. I am confident that I could deal efficiently with unexpected events. | 46 | 3.15 | .666 |