Stability of resilience in times of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT: There is disagreement among researchers regarding the conceptualization of resilience as a dynamic state or stable trait. Aiming to shed light on the state-versus-trait debate, we explored the stability and construct validity of four of the most frequently utilized state or trait resilience scales in a longitudinal assessment. Additionally, we examined the predictive validity of these scales. Our study was conducted before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, which served as collectively experienced adversity. Correlations among the resilience scales and among resilience scales and Big Five personality traits were strong. All except one scale showed high test-retest correlations. Experience of an additional critical life event during the pandemic led to an increase in resilience. Other than i

SUBMITTER: Kohne S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9353390 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature