TABLE 1.
Factor loadings of the PADS trait version.
Factor loading | |||
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PADS item | Factor 1 | Factor 2 | Factor 3 |
37. I am aware of the fact that my partner might not be the right person for me, but at the same time, I cannot leave them | 0.815 | ||
38. I am aware that I deserve more love than what I receive, but at the same time, I cannot give up on my partner | 0.803 | ||
39. I am aware that I am suffering in this relationship, but at the same time, I cannot leave it | 0.788 | ||
34. Sometimes, I feel satisfied in my relationship, but other times I consider the possibility of completely breaking it off | 0.755 | ||
35. I find myself suddenly changing my mind about whether or not I want to be with my partner, based on their behaviour | 0.657 | ||
36. Sometimes I think I have the best person by my side, and then I change my mind and think the opposite | 0.647 | ||
28. Leaving my partner would break me apart | 0.794 | ||
27. Breaking up with my partner would make me feel lost | 0.763 | ||
30. I cannot live without my partner | 0.731 | ||
20. I would do anything to not lose the bond I have with my partner | 0.668 | ||
29. I could not leave my partner because despite everything they make me feel protected | 0.641 | ||
10. I would do anything in order to not lose my importance in my partner's eyes | 0.579 | ||
4. My partner devalues me | 0.828 | ||
26. My partner mistreats me | 0.814 | ||
24. My partner manipulates me | 0.711 | ||
6. My partner behaves as if I were invisible | 0.650 | ||
5. My partner makes me feel as if I am mistaken | 0.635 |