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IJSREM67652
Volume:
10 |
10 |
Oct 2026
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1-7
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Monthly (12 issues per year)
License:International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management follows the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) License, allowing free use and distribution with proper attribution.
Department of Management Studies
Madurai Kamaraj University
Department of business administration,
Thiagarajar college, and Research supervisor, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
The study aimed to develop and validate a comprehensive psychological measurement tool titled the Mindfulness–Self-Efficacy–Psychological Well-Being Scale (MSE-PWB-40) for college students. The instrument consists of 40 items across three dimensions: mindfulness (13 items), self-efficacy (13 items), and psychological well-being (14 items). A sample of 320 college students (18–24 years) participated through convenience sampling. The scale was developed using a systematic process including item generation, expert validation, pilot testing, and statistical validation. Reliability analysis revealed excellent internal consistency (overall Cronbach’s α = .94; subscales ranged from .84 to .93). Construct validity was established using Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), which yielded a distinct three-factor structure with satisfactory factor loadings (> .50). Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) supported the model structural integrity with acceptable fit indices: χ²/df < 3, Comparative Fit Index (CFI) = .92, Tucker-Lewis Index (TLI) = .91, and Root Mean Square Error of Approximation (RMSEA) = .06. The tool demonstrated robust psychometric properties and is highly recommended for academic research and psychological counseling settings.
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The MSE-PWB-40 scale is a reliable and valid multi-dimensional instrument for measuring mindfulness, self-efficacy, and psychological well-being among college students. By demonstrating high internal consistency and strong construct validation, it offers a practical, integrated solution for researchers and clinical practitioners dedicated to monitoring and fostering student flourishing in higher education.
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10/5/2026
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