We report the development of a 5-factor, 31-item, Young Carers Perceived Stress Scale (YCPSS) from an initial 50-item pool. The scale was developed and tested on 108 young carers aged between 12–18 years, and acceptable Cronbach Alpha values were obtained for the individual factors and the overall scale. In addition, both the overall scale and individual factors produced a pattern of correlations with social support, burden of care, psychological distress, and coping, supporting the initial validity and utility of the scale.
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Early, L., Cushway, D. & Cassidy, T. Perceived Stress in Young Carers: Development of a Measure. J Child Fam Stud 15, 165–176 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-005-9011-z
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