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Table 6 Correlational matrix for negative and positive Mental Style items with negative and positive affect (n = 59) (*p < 0.05, **p < 0.01)

From: The construction of a new Clinical Quality of Life Scale (CLINQOL)

Item

Positive affect

Negative affect

1

I can easily stop negative thoughts

.149

 

2

I find it hard to stay focused in the present moment

 

− .011

3

I have more a tense than relaxed response to everyday events

 

.412**

4

I have a sense of self-worth that is independent of others

.203

 

5

I focus or dwell on the details of past negative events

 

.116

6

I tend to get stuck in the negative emotions of past events

 

.311*

7

I am able to let go of the negative effect of upsetting events

.269*

 

8

I tend to interpret past events in a negative way

 

.309*

9

I look for the positive in things

.402**

 

10

I get overwhelmed during demanding times

 

.318*

11

I frequently dwell on past negative events

 

.433**

12

I feel unconfident about my ability to cope with stressful events

 

.336*

13

I worry about things more than I should

 

.321*

14

I’m good at managing stress

.447**

 

15

I find it hard to adjust to changes to my routine

 

.170

16

I find it hard to emotionally disengage from stressful events

 

.235

17

I find it hard to relax when I take breaks

 

.355**

18

I can deal with and express emotions at the right time and place

.075

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