Brief Description
The General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE) is a psychological assessment tool designed to measure an individual's belief in their ability to cope with a variety of demanding situations and to adapt successfully to changing circumstances. Developed by Schwarzer and Jerusalem in 1995, the GSE asks respondents to rate how true each statement is for them (e.g., “ I can solve most problems if I invest the necessary effort”). The GSE is widely used in research and clinical settings to assess self-efficacy across different populations and contexts.
Assessment Administration Type
Self-report
Number of questions
10
Age Range for Administration
12+
Recommended Frequency of Administration
No recommended standard frequency. Blueprint recommends monthly or as clinically indicated.
Summary of Scoring and Interpretations
The GSE contains 10 questions scored on a 4-point Likert scale with values from 1 (“Not at all true”) to 4 (“Exactly true”). A total score is calculated by summing all item response scores; a higher score indicates a higher generalized sense of self-efficacy.
Blueprint Adjustments
N/A
Clinical Considerations
Estimated time of completion: 2-3 minutes.
Self-efficacy can impact everything from psychological states to behavior to motivation. People with high self-efficacy tend to be optimistic and believe they can cope with stress, resist temptation, and keep going when faced with challenges. They may also be more likely to pursue goals and reflect on their performance in a healthy way.
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