Reliability and validity of an equanimity questionnaire: the two-factor equanimity scale (EQUA-S).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many studies have revealed the positive impact of mindfulness training on mental health and proposed equanimity as a general outcome in contemplative research. Despite recent interest, relatively few studies have empirically examined equanimity and measurement instruments are still lacking. The main goal of this study was to develop an Equanimity Scale (the EQUA-S) in a Western population with or without meditation experience, based on previous definitions of equanimity, in order to investigate its relations with the relevant psychological constructs and health outcomes.

Methods

Adults from the general population (N = 265; M _age = 34.81) completed various measures: the EQUA-S, mindfulness, hyper-sensitivity, avoidance and fusion, impulsivi

SUBMITTER: Juneau C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7350915 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature