Evaluation of The Internal Structure and Factorial Invariance of the SCS-SF Self-Compassion Scale in Peruvians and Mexicans

The purpose of this study was to examine the validity, reliability and factorial consistency of the SCS-SF self-compassion scale in university students from Peru and Mexico. A sample of 378 Peruvian and 431 Mexican participants, aged between 18 and 27 years, was collected. A statistical analysis of the items was carried out, confirming that the 6-factor factorial model showed the best fit indices. In addition, significant correlations were found between self-compassion, resilience and life satisfaction, supporting criterion validity. Configural, metric, scalar and residual invariance between the samples from both countries was demonstrated. In conclusion, it was determined that the SCS-SF scale presents satisfactory levels of reliability, validity and equivalence for its application in university students in both Peru and Mexico.