Table 3 Mean item scores on the Herth Hope Index (n = 167)
From: Rasch analysis of the Herth Hope Index in cancer patients
Individual items | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|
1. Positive outlook on life | 3.18 (0.58) |
2. Presence of goalsa | 3.05 (0.54) |
3. Feel all alone | 3.54 (0.68) |
4. See possibilities in the midst of difficultiesa | 2.90 (0.74) |
5. Faith that comforts | 2.43 (1.05) |
6. Scared about the future | 2.41 (0.79) |
7. Recall happy/joyful times | 3.51 (0.58) |
8. Deep inner strength | 3.29 (0.54) |
9. Give and receive caring/love | 3.41 (0.53) |
10. A sense of direction | 3.11 (0.62) |
11. Each day has potential | 3.28 (0.56) |
12. Life has value and worth | 3.37 (0.56) |