Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory Guide
Translated by
ScribdTranslationsCoopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory Guide
Translated by
ScribdTranslationsCOOPERSMITH SELF-ESTEEM INVENTORY (1988)
Technical sheet
NOMBRE DEL INSTRUMENTO:Inventario de Autoestima de Coopersmith
CREADOR:Stanley Coopersmith
ADAPTATION: Adapted for Peru by Ariana Llerena Valdivieso (1995)
AGE GROUP: 16 years and older (adult version)
Mode of use: Individual
DURACIÓN:15 a 20 minutos
ARE THAT EVALUATES: Self-esteem
DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTRUMENT: This instrument is a tool for
self-report, which consists of 25 questions; among which none are included
appropriate questions related to the range of fallacies. The inventory has been developed for
determine the value behaviors with young people and adults from the age of 16
forward.
Its management varies from individual to collective, and it has an approximate duration.
of 15 minutes. It is worth noting that there are no established times, meaning it can be less.
or more time for the evaluated to solve the 25 items. The way to respond
brinda dos tipos de respuestas, una afirmando y la otra negando. Por otro lado, el
the instrument consists of three subscales or dimensions, which are: self, social, and
family.
GENERAL SELF-ESTEEM
In this section, the level of acceptance with which the person values their behavior is known.
self-descriptive. The 25 questions of the questionnaire provide a total score, as well as
autonomous scores in three areas:
I. SELF-ESTEEM Self: Refers to the attitudes that demonstrate
the person about their learnings and bodily peculiarities
psychological.
II. Social Self-Esteem: Developed by questions that indicate attitudes
of the person in the general sphere in front of their colleagues, close circle,
etc. Mainly related to experiences and perspectives in
their professional, labor, and social links.
III. SELF-ESTEEM Family: It consists of questions related to experiences.
and/or behaviors in the family sphere related to coexistence
TIPO DE ANALISIS:Cuantitativo
GRADING: The grading is done following four perforated templates that
they contain the answer key, each answer is worth one point, as well as a total score
72
of self-esteem that results from the sum of the totals of the sub-scales multiplied by
four. The assessment is a direct procedure, the subject must respond according to
the identification one has or does not have with the statement in terms of true (just as to
me, or false (not like me), where true equals 1 and false equals 0. The scores are
they are obtained by adding the number of items answered correctly (according to the key)
and multiplied this by two (4), resulting in a final score of 100.
ANSWER KEY
ITEMS VERDADEROS:1,4,5,8,9,19,20
ITEMS FALSOS: 2,3,6,7,10,11,12,13,15,16,17,18,21,22,23,24,25
SUB SCALES:
I. Si mismo general (13 items): 1,3,4,7,10,12,13,15,18,19,23,24,25
[Link] (6 items): 2,5,8,14,17,21
[Link] (6 items): 6,9,11,16,20,22
CATEGORIAS:
The intervals for each level of self-esteem are:
From 0 to 45 = Low self-esteem level
From 46 to 74 = Average level of self-esteem (moderate)
From 75 to 100 = High self-esteem level
The tool was proposed by Coopersmith in 1967, it is a translated instrument.
and initially validated by Panizo in Lima in 1985 in its version for students.
The initial gloss of 50 items was used on students aged 8 to 15 years in 1984. After that
In 1967, a condensed interpretation of the original syllabus was created. Where the ...
number of questions, the same that was applied to a group of people who have
the identical particularities of those valued in the original version.
Finally, a third arrangement was made, transforming the questions to carry it out in
people over 16 years old; in Peru years later various researchers
They ratified that adaptation, which was used for various research work.
VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY
The instrument has been used in several studies in recent years, one of them
It was a study conducted at a clinic in 2014, where the sample size was 36.
Participants, at the end of the application, the reliability of the said instrument was determined.
using Cronbach's alpha coefficient, where the obtained alpha was 0.865.
73
Annex 3. Instruments
COOPERSMITH SELF-ESTEEM INVENTORY
Instructions: read each question and mark the answer by choosing from the alternatives that
introduce themselves. If a sentence describes how one generally feels, respond with 'YES', if the sentence
Do not describe how you generally feel, respond 'NO'. If no alternative.
corresponding to your case, select the answer that most resembles your situation having the
be careful not to leave any answer unanswered. Keep in mind that there is no
correct or incorrect answers.
Please respond in the most sincere way possible, spontaneously without thinking.
too much for the answer I am going to give. Thank you very much.
ITEMS RESPONSE
1 Most of the time I have problems that affect me very little YES NO
2 I feel uncomfortable speaking in public. YES NO
3 I would like to change things about myself that I don't like. IF NO
4 It is easy for me to make decisions. YES NO
5 I consider myself a pleasant person for others. YES NO
6 When I'm at home I get angry easily. YES NO
7 I find it difficult to adapt to new things. YES NO
8 I have many friends and I am very popular. YES NO
9 My family environment takes my emotions into account. YES NO
I give up easily YES NO
My family has too many hopes in me YES NO
It is difficult for me to accept myself as I am.
YES NO
I have a very difficult life IF NO
My friends generally accept the ideas I propose. YES NO
I have a bad opinion of my qualities and characteristics as a [Link] NO
I generally think about running away from home. YES NO
I almost always feel uncomfortable with my activities. YES NO
I am more shy than the others YES NO
I express my ideas and opinions without fear YES NO
I have an understanding family. YES NO
YES NO
21 I feel that my acquaintances or friends are more accepted than I am.
I feel that my family demands too much from me IF NO
I almost always get discouraged with my activities. YES NO
I have thought many times that it would be better to be someone [Link] NO
I am not very reliable YES NO
74
Common questions
Powered by AIThe Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory maintains validity and reliability through a careful adaptation process, including translations and validation studies such as those conducted by Panizo in 1985 for students and later adaptations for adults. The instrument's reliability was affirmed in a 2014 clinic study, which applied the Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, resulting in an alpha of 0.865, indicating high internal consistency. Such rigorous testing during its adaptation for different demographics ensures its ongoing relevance and accuracy .
The Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory consists of 25 questions divided into three subscales: self, social, and family self-esteem. The self subscale evaluates attitudes related to personal learnings and psychological as well as bodily peculiarities. The social subscale assesses interpersonal attitudes within professional and social contexts, while the family subscale focuses on relationships within the family setting and related experiences. These components collectively provide a comprehensive assessment of an individual's overall self-esteem by evaluating different environments and their impact on self-perception .
The original Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory underwent refinement from a 50-item version for younger students to a condensed adult-specific version through content evaluation and adaptation processes that ensured relevance to adult experiences. Questions were adjusted to better reflect adult concerns and social contexts, ensuring applicability to adult life stages and developmental differences. This adaptation involved not merely translating but contextualizing the inventory to address adult self-esteem intricacies .
Methodological considerations for the effective administration and scoring of the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory include its structured format involving a simple yes-no answer system, straightforward instructions urging spontaneity, and clear scoring based on a predefined answer key. Additionally, using perforated templates for scoring enhances accuracy and efficiency, ensuring a direct procedure in obtaining results while reducing human error in interpretations .
The inclusion of subscales in the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory demonstrates a multidimensional approach to understanding self-esteem. By categorizing self-esteem into self, social, and family dimensions, it acknowledges that self-worth is influenced by various environments and interactions. This allows for a nuanced analysis of how different aspects of life contribute to an individual's overall self-esteem .
The scoring method of the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory is straightforward due to its binary true-or-false response format, where 'true' corresponds to 1 point and 'false' to 0 points. Responses are evaluated against an answer key. Scores for the individual subscales are computed and multiplied by four, leading to a cumulative score. This approach provides clearly demarcated categories: low (0-45), moderate (46-74), and high self-esteem (75-100), simplifying the interpretation of self-esteem levels .
The family subscale in the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory assesses the influence of familial relationships on an individual's self-esteem. It evaluates experiences and behaviors within the family context, reflecting how familial interactions and expectations contribute to self-perception and emotional well-being. The inclusion of this subscale acknowledges familial environments as critical components that shape an individual's self-worth and personal identity .
Challenges in using the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory across different cultural contexts include linguistic barriers, differing cultural norms regarding self-expression, and varying interpretations of self-esteem concepts. Responses may be influenced by cultural attitudes towards self-disclosure and individualism versus collectivism, leading to potential biases or misinterpretations. Tailoring the inventory to reflect cultural relevance without altering its fundamental purpose is a complex but necessary task to ensure accuracy and validity across diverse groups .
The Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory mitigates potential biases in self-reporting by using a quantitative approach where responses are forced-choice (true or false), reducing subjective interpretation. It instructs respondents to answer spontaneously and sincerely to minimize overthinking or social desirability biases. However, as with all self-reports, some level of bias may persist due to introspective inaccuracies and impression management .
Adaptations to the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory for use in Peru involved translating and validating the instrument to suit cultural and demographic contexts distinct from the original. Initially adapted by Panizo in 1985, the instrument had to be understandable and relevant for local populations, which was further expanded by adapting it for people over 16 years. These modifications are essential for ensuring cultural sensitivity and accuracy in measuring self-esteem across diverse settings .