The preference for solitude scale: Psychometric properties and factor structure

Two investigations explored the psychometric properties of Burger's Preference for Solitude Scale (1995). In Study 1, both internal consistency and spit-half reliability estimates were adequate, although exploratory factor analysis suggested a multidimensional scale. Study 2 also demonstrated adequate reliability estimates and confirmed the stability of three subscales: Need for Solitude, Enjoyment of Solitude, and Productivity During Solitude. Results also revealed differential relations of these subscales to loneliness, self-concealment, self-esteem, and social anxiety. The utility of this scale and directions for further test validation are discussed. (C) 1998 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.