Assessing the one- and two-factor structure of the Russian-language version of the Brief Resilience Scale: a replication study on a student sample
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https://doi.org/10.54359/ps.v19i107.2142Keywords:
resilience, Brief Resilience Scale (BRS), hardiness, factor structure, internal consistency, validity, psychometric properties, replication study, student sampleAbstract
Currently, there is a growing body of research examining resilience as a personality trait. In Russia, the study of this construct has emerged relatively recently, and instruments for its assessment have only begun to appear lately. Resilience, as a key adaptive resource, plays an important role in coping with stressful situations, which is particularly relevant for students experiencing high academic and social demands. The relevance of this study is determined by the need for additional validation and replication of the psychometric properties of the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS) in a Russian-speaking population. The aim of the study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Russian version of the BRS in a student sample, including analysis of its factor structure (one-factor and two-factor models), internal consistency, and validity, as well as comparison with results from previous studies. The sample consisted of 140 students (mean age = 20.7 years, SD = 2.4; 86% female) from several Russian universities (Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow State University of Psychology and Education, Saint Petersburg State University, and others). Data were collected online using Google Forms between April and May 2025. Data analysis included Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), reliability assessment using Cronbach’s α and McDonald’s ω coefficients of internal consistency, and correlation analysis (Pearson’s and Spearman’s coefficients). The results demonstrated an excellent fit for both the one-factor and two-factor models, indicating that either structure can be used. High internal consistency was observed (α = 0.872, ω = 0.874 for both models). Convergent validity was supported by significant correlations with hardiness, optimism, and activity. Thus, the Russian version of the BRS demonstrates stable and robust psychometric properties consistent with those reported for the original and previously adapted versions. The findings highlight the importance of replication studies for the verification of psychological instruments and the expansion of their application. The BRS can be recommended for assessing resilience in both research and applied settings, including the monitoring of students’ psychological well-being and the development of intervention programs.
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