Theoretical construct
Based upon analysis of previous research, it is evident that research into compassion is less prevalent than
compassion fatigue (Kagen, 2014). According to Gilbert (2005), compassion can be divided into two parts: 1) a
feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune and 2) a strong desire to help stop
the suffering. The desire to help stop the suffering is what separates compassion from empathy. A plethora of
research has identified that compassion is reduced when a person is continuously exposed to compassion
inducing stimuli, known as compassion fatigue (Conrada & Kellar-Guentherb, 2006).
This research therefore has important implications in understanding the plight of workers …show more content…
According to Tavakol & Dennick, (2011) The
Cronbach’s alpha test should be conducted before the scale is presented for research purposes and each time the
scale is changed, internal consistency should be retested. This is the practice that the present study will follow.
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Factorial validity is defined as being the degree to which covariance among the monitored traits resemble the
actual true covariance of observable behaviours underlying the traits (Renaud & Murray, 2006). This means to
test factorial validity an extension to the study would be conducted in which the participant’s experience the
scenarios in the scale in real life and their reactions are recorded. Conversely Motl et al. (2000) conducted a study
where they used confirmatory factor analysis. The process of this method of validity measurement is simpler as it
retests the same participants after an extended period of time. In their study the participants’ attitudes were
retested after a year which may be the most effective method for the compassion scale that was
Based upon analysis of previous research, it is evident that research into compassion is less prevalent than
compassion fatigue (Kagen, 2014). According to Gilbert (2005), compassion can be divided into two parts: 1) a
feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune and 2) a strong desire to help stop
the suffering. The desire to help stop the suffering is what separates compassion from empathy. A plethora of
research has identified that compassion is reduced when a person is continuously exposed to compassion
inducing stimuli, known as compassion fatigue (Conrada & Kellar-Guentherb, 2006).
This research therefore has important implications in understanding the plight of workers …show more content…
According to Tavakol & Dennick, (2011) The
Cronbach’s alpha test should be conducted before the scale is presented for research purposes and each time the
scale is changed, internal consistency should be retested. This is the practice that the present study will follow.
4
Factorial validity is defined as being the degree to which covariance among the monitored traits resemble the
actual true covariance of observable behaviours underlying the traits (Renaud & Murray, 2006). This means to
test factorial validity an extension to the study would be conducted in which the participant’s experience the
scenarios in the scale in real life and their reactions are recorded. Conversely Motl et al. (2000) conducted a study
where they used confirmatory factor analysis. The process of this method of validity measurement is simpler as it
retests the same participants after an extended period of time. In their study the participants’ attitudes were
retested after a year which may be the most effective method for the compassion scale that was