Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of Resilience Scale in Iranian Adolescents

Background: According to the Wagnild model, resilience as an initial trait is critical in overcoming challenges and protecting wellbeing. Objectives: This study aimed investigate psychometric properties cultural adaptation of Persian version Resilience Scale (RS), including validity, reliability, factor analysis adolescent population. Methods: The scale was translated adapted using a standard method pilot after receiving permission from original author. cross-sectional investigated face, content, criterion construct reliability RS. A sample 419 adolescents aged 12 - 18 selected by convenient sampling Tehran, Iran. subjects completed RS, Beck depression inventory-II, Mental Health Continuum Questionnaire. Results: quantitative qualitative analyses items modifying them based on feedback participants experts showed that face content validity acceptable. Factor confirmed two-factor structure described Young, personal competence acceptance self life. Moreover, Cronbach’s alpha exceeded 0.84, showing has strong internal consistency. There also significant negative correlation between RS total score inventory. At same time, there positive mental health questionnaire, indicating acceptable validity. Conclusions: can be considered valid reliable instrument measure populations. Therefore, researchers professionals use it for therapeutic, preventive, research purposes.