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<p>Resource scarcity has emerged as a pressing societal concern, particularly when amplified by external pressures such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the substantial effects of scarcity perception on cognition and behavior, the precise measurement of perceived scarcity is essential for advancing research and guiding effective interventions. This study evaluates the psychometric properties of the Chinese adaptation of the Perceived Scarcity Scale (PScS), which assesses the perceived scarcity of material, time, and psychological resources among Chinese adults. The scale underwent rigorous cultural adaptation, including item rephrasing to enhance both relevance and clarity within a collectivist context. An online survey yielded a total of 1,023 valid responses. The factor structure was evaluated using both exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). EFA supported a three-factor structure for the Chinese PScS, consistent with the original English version, and CFA demonstrated a good model fit for this solution. Subsequent analyses of reliability and validity confirmed satisfactory internal consistency, test-retest reliability, criterion validity, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. Overall, these findings indicate that the Chinese PScS exhibits robust psychometric properties within our sample, establishing it as a promising instrument for assessing perceived scarcity in comparable Chinese adult populations. Furthermore, the scale’s sensitivity to the local cultural context is a phenomenon that warrants further investigation in collectivist cultures.</p>

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Validation of a Chinese version of the perceived scarcity scale

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年1月28日

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  • Lijia Chang,
  • Yuxin Li,
  • Zhao Zhou,
  • Zhongquan Li

摘要

Resource scarcity has emerged as a pressing societal concern, particularly when amplified by external pressures such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the substantial effects of scarcity perception on cognition and behavior, the precise measurement of perceived scarcity is essential for advancing research and guiding effective interventions. This study evaluates the psychometric properties of the Chinese adaptation of the Perceived Scarcity Scale (PScS), which assesses the perceived scarcity of material, time, and psychological resources among Chinese adults. The scale underwent rigorous cultural adaptation, including item rephrasing to enhance both relevance and clarity within a collectivist context. An online survey yielded a total of 1,023 valid responses. The factor structure was evaluated using both exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). EFA supported a three-factor structure for the Chinese PScS, consistent with the original English version, and CFA demonstrated a good model fit for this solution. Subsequent analyses of reliability and validity confirmed satisfactory internal consistency, test-retest reliability, criterion validity, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. Overall, these findings indicate that the Chinese PScS exhibits robust psychometric properties within our sample, establishing it as a promising instrument for assessing perceived scarcity in comparable Chinese adult populations. Furthermore, the scale’s sensitivity to the local cultural context is a phenomenon that warrants further investigation in collectivist cultures.