Factor structure of mental health measures

This study investigated the factor structure of 18 scales that measure personal growth, subjective well-being, stress-resistant personality self-deceptive positivity, and demographics. The sample of 335 persons was drawn from university students and community residents. A principal-components analysis with oblique rotation found a large factor ibr measures of subjective well-being as well as smaller factors for measures or personal growth. gender and age, and personality integration and education; Results provided support for the hypothesis that subjective well-being and personal growth are related, but not identical, constructs. implications are discussed.