Self-Esteem Scales

Forsman, L., & Johnson, M. (1996). Dimensionality and validity of two scales measuring different aspects of self-esteem. Scandinavian Journal of Pscyhology, 37(1), 1-15. DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-9450.1996.tb00635.x


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Description

History of Use

References

Description:

Purpose
The Self-Esteem Scales were designed to assess self-esteem. The distinguish between two types of self-esteem:
  • Basic self-esteem (BSE) is defined as "the individual's ego-integrated libidinous and aggressive drives and their derivatives"
  • Earning self-esteem (ESE) is defined as "the need to earn self-esteem by competence and others' appraisals"
Questions
82 items using 5-point ratings (1 = No, I totally disagree to 5 = Yes, I agree completely)
Sub-scales
2 sub-scales:
  • Basic Self-Esteem (BSE) - 45 items
    • Libido
    • Aggression
  • Earning Self-Esteem (ESE) - 37 items
    • Conditionality
    • Hard work
    • Power
Domain

Psychometrics

Sample items
  • I feel relaxed when I am with other people. (BSE)
  • When people like me my self-esteem is strengthened quite a lot. (ESE)

References:

Scale:
Forsman, L., & Johnson, M. (1996). Dimensionality and validity of two scales measuring different aspects of self-esteem. Scandinavian Journal of Pscyhology, 37(1), 1-15. DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-9450.1996.tb00635.x
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