Ek-uma Imkome, Jintana Yunibhand, and Waraporn Chaiyawat

DOI: 10.14456/sjst-psu.2017.24

pp. 205 - 214

Abstract

This study aimed to psychometrically test a Thai Stressful Life Events Rating Scale (TSLERS). Factor analysis was
done on data collected from 313 patients with schizophrenia and methamphetamine abuse in Thailand from April to May,
2015. Results identified the following problems impacting physical and mental health: social relationship and social concerns,
money, family life, life security, and career. Evaluation of the psychometric scale properties demonstrated acceptable validity
and reliability. TSLERS provided scientific and empirical data about stressful life events of patients with schizophrenia and
methamphetamine abuse, and was suitable for stress detection and suggesting further innovations.