Italian Study Confirms Couple Resilience Scale Works Well

A new research project in Italy tested a tool that measures how well couples bounce back from stress. The scale, called the Couple Resilience Inventory (CRI), was translated and checked with 360 people from a wide age range—most of whom were women.

Key Findings

• Two‑Factor Model: Statistical analysis showed that the two‑factor model fits the data nicely. Fit indices were all within acceptable limits, indicating that the Italian version keeps the same structure as the original English scale.
• Internal Consistency:
• Positive Resilience: .92
• Negative Resilience: .85
  Both values indicate strong reliability, and each question correlated well with its respective factor.
• Validity: Researchers compared CRI scores to other related concepts and found clear links between couple resilience and ways couples cope together, supporting the scale’s validity.

Implications

The study suggests that Italian adults can use this inventory to assess their relationship strengths and weaknesses. It adds confidence that the CRI is a solid tool for researchers and clinicians working with Italian couples, helping them understand resilience in relationships.