articleJournal of Mental HealthJan 1, 2003Closed access

Savoring Beliefs Inventory (SBI): A scale for measuring beliefs about savouring

Loyola University Chicago

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Abstract

Background

Research has shown that beliefs about one's capacity to savour positive outcomes, a form of perceived control over positive emotions, are largely independent of beliefs about coping, a form of perceived control over negative emotions. A

Aim

To describe a new measure of savouring beliefs, the Savoring Beliefs Inventory (SBI). Method : Six studies validating the SBI that is designed to assess individuals' perceptions of their ability to derive pleasure through anticipating upcoming positive events, savouring positive moments, and reminiscing about past positive experiences. R

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Keywords
  • Psychology
  • Optimism
  • Neuroticism
  • Extraversion and introversion
  • Happiness
  • Anhedonia
  • Pleasure
  • Life satisfaction
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Reduced inequalities
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