Table 3 Factor loadings for 13 items retained in the CES-D scale
CES-D Scale Item (revised 13-item scale) | Factor Loading in single factor model |
|---|---|
1. I was bothered by things that usually don’t bother me. | 0.4 |
2. I did not feel like eating; my appetite was poor. | 0.6 |
3. I felt that I could not shake off the blues even with help from my family or friends | 0.6 |
5. I had trouble keeping my mind on what I was doing. | 0.7 |
6. I felt depressed. | 0.8 |
10. I felt fearful. | 0.8 |
11. My sleep was restless. | 0.8 |
12. I was happy.a | 0.7 |
13. I talked less than usual. | 0.5 |
14. I felt lonely. | 0.8 |
16. I enjoyed life.a | 0.7 |
18. I felt sad. | 0.8 |
20. I could not get “going.” | 0.5 |