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Table 2 Measurement models of the latent constructs included in the structural equation model

From: Can psychological flexibility and prosociality mitigate illness perceptions toward COVID-19 on mental health? A cross-sectional study among Hong Kong adults

Latent constructs / indicators

CFA goodness-of-fit indices

Illness perceptions toward COVID-19

χ2 = 13.98, RMSEA = 0.06, CFI = 0.91, SRMR = 0.06

 HBM - Perceived severity

 

 HBM - Perceived susceptibility

 

 IPQ – Consequences

 

 IPQ – Timeline

 

 IPQ - Concern

 

 IPQ – Emotional response

 

Avoidance

χ2 = 10.4, RMSEA = 0.06, CFI = 0.98, SRMR = 0.04

 Self-distraction

 

 Denial

 

 Substance use

 

 Behavioural disengagement

 

 Self-blaming

 

Positive thinking

χ2 = 3.8, RMSEA = 0.07, CFI = 0.98, SRMR = 0.06

 Humour

 

 Positive reframing

 

 Acceptance

 

Seeking social support

χ2 = 3.2, RMSEA = 0.03, CFI = 1.00, SRMR = 0.02

 Use of emotional support

 

 Use of instrumental support

 

 Venting

 

 Religion

 

Problem solving

χ2 = 4.9, RMSEA = 0.04, CFI = 0.91, SRMR = 0.06

 Active coping

 

 Planning

 

Mental health

χ2 = 4.9, RMSEA = 0.04, CFI = 1.00, SRMR = 0.06

 Emotional well-being

 

 Social well-being

 

 Psychological well-being

 
  1. CFI Comparative Fit Index, COVID-19 coronavirus disease 2019, HBM Health Belief Model, IPQ Illness Perception Questionnaire, RMSEA root mean square error approximation, SRMR standardized root means square residual