Table 2.
Factor loadings of the exploratory factor analysis of the Arabic Medical Outcomes Study-Social Support Survey-6
| Item | Factor 1 (tangible support) | Factor 2 (emotional-informational support) | Factor 3 (affectionate and positive social interaction) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOS-SSS1 | 0.94 | 0.17 | 0.30 |
| MOS-SSS2 | 0.70 | 0.28 | 0.35 |
| MOS-SSS3 | 0.40 | 0.46 | 0.38 |
| MOS-SSS4 | 0.19 | 0.93 | 0.32 |
| MOS-SSS5 | 0.35 | 0.34 | 0.76 |
| MOS-SSS6 | 0.35 | 0.30 | 0.74 |
MOS-SSS-6 – Medical Outcomes Study-Social Support Survey