What is the CD-RISC-25?

The CD-RISC-25 is a self-rated scale that measures resilience - the ability to cope with adversity. It evaluates how well individuals can adapt to challenges, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress.

Who developed the CD-RISC-25 and when?

Developed by Kathryn Connor and Jonathan Davidson in 2003 to measure resilience in clinical and research settings.

What type of assessment is the CD-RISC-25?

It is a self-report questionnaire that measures psychological resilience and coping abilities.

What does the CD-RISC-25 measure?

• Personal competence: Self-efficacy and goal-oriented behavior
• Tolerance of negative affect: Ability to withstand distress
• Positive acceptance of change: Adaptability and flexibility
• Control: Sense of personal control and influence
• Spiritual influences: Faith and spiritual resources

How is the CD-RISC-25 scored?

Items are rated from 0-4 (not true at all to true nearly all the time), with total scores ranging from 0-100. Higher scores indicate greater resilience.

What are the score interpretations?

• 0-73: Lower resilience - may benefit from resilience building
• 74-81: Moderate resilience - good coping abilities
• 82-100: High resilience - strong ability to bounce back

What are the strengths of the CD-RISC-25?

Well-validated measure, good psychometric properties, useful for treatment planning and monitoring progress.

What are the limitations?

Self-report measure, may be influenced by current mood state, cultural factors may affect interpretation.