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Self-awareness 2026-07-21 5 min read

General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE): Measuring Your Core Belief in Coping with Challenges

The General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE), developed by Schwarzer and Jerusalem in 1995, is one of the most widely used instruments for measuring optimistic self-beliefs in coping with life demands. This article provides a comprehensive introduction to its theoretical foundation, dimensional structure, and practical applications, along with a free 10-item test.

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