Table 1 Items and factor loadings for the of the Connor-Davison Resilience Scale (CD-RISC)

1

Able to adapt to change.

0.573

2

Close and secure relationships.

0.503

3

Sometimes fate and God can help.

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4

Can deal with whatever comes.

0.619

5

Past success gives confidence for new challenge.

0.583

6

See the humorous side of things.

0.581

7

Coping with stress strengthens.

0.466

8

Tend to bounce back after illness or hardship.

0.644

9

Things happen for a reason.

0.355

10

Best effort no matter what.

0.601

11

You can achieve your goals.

0.692

12

When things look hopeless, I don’t give up.

0.572

13

Know where to turn for help.

0.469

14

Under pressure, focus and think clearly.

0.469

15

Prefer to take the lead in problem solving.

0.618

16

Not easily discouraged by failure.

0.584

17

Think of self as strong person.

0.671

18

Make unpopular or difficult decisions.

0.621

19

Can handle unpleasant feelings.

0.625

20

Have to act on a hunch.

0.306

21

Strong sense of purpose.

0.627

22

In control of your life.

0.604

23

I like challenges.

0.674

24

You work to attain your goals.

0.663

25

Pride in your achievements.

0.629