Measurement Invariance of the Harm Reduction Self-Efficacy Scale (HRSES) among College Students

Authors

Joey C. Mok, University of New Mexico, Center on Alcohol, Substance use, And Addictions
Frank J. Schwebel, University of New Mexico, Center on Alcohol, Substance use, And Addictions
Matthew R. Pearson, University of New Mexico, Center on Alcohol, Substance use, And Addictions
Addictions Research Team (ART)

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

3-22-2024

Abstract

The Harm Reduction Self-Efficacy Scale (HRSES) was developed to measure an individual's level of self-efficacy to limit their substance use consistent with their own substance use goals. To date, the HRSES has been validated in one relatively small sample. Using a large college student sample, we tested whether the HRSES is interpreted similarly in individuals depending on their self-identified sociodemographic groups. Our measurement invariance analyses supported the validity of the HRSES.

Recommended Citation

Mok, Joey C.; Frank J. Schwebel; Matthew R. Pearson; and Addictions Research Team (ART). "Measurement Invariance of the Harm Reduction Self-Efficacy Scale (HRSES) among College Students." (2024). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/hsc-bbhrd/173