Table 7.

Item-total correlations and internal consistency for 7-factor structure.

Factor/item	Corrected item-total correlation	Cronbach's α
New path/emotional connectedness		.86
(1) I changed my priorities about what is important in life.	.64
(3) I developed new interests.	.66
(7) I established a new path for my life.	.72
(8) I have a greater sense of closeness with others.	.69
(9) I am more willing to express my emotions.	.72
Relating to others		.80
(6) I more clearly see that I can count on people in times of trouble.	.58
(20) I learned a great deal about how wonderful people are.	.70
(21) I better accept needing others.	.65
Personal strength		.86
(4) I have a greater feeling of self-reliance.	.70
(10) I know better that I can handle difficulties.	.75
(19) I discovered that I'm stronger than I thought I was.	.75
Spiritual change		.87
(5) I have a better understanding of spiritual matters.	.77
(18) I have a stronger religious faith.	.77
Compassion and change		.83
(15) I have more compassion for others.	.71
(17) I am more likely to try to change things which need changing.	.71
Appreciation of life		.85
(2) I have a greater appreciation for the value of my own life.	.74
(13) I can better appreciate each day.	.74
Positive outlook		.86
(11) I am able to do better things with my life.	.76
(12) I am better able to accept the way things work out.	.76