Abstract

Continuing bonds is a multifaceted process, encompassing perceptions, beliefs, illusions and hallucinations, and overt behaviors. We developed the Proximity-Seeking Behavior Scale (PSBS) to assess overt behavior to continue bonds with the deceased person. We had 694 bereaved adults complete an online survey. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses yielded a one-factor model for PSBS items. PSBS reliability was good. PSBS scores correlated positively with rumination and yearning, feeling connected to the deceased person, and prolonged grief and depression symptoms. The PSBS appears a reliable and valid instrument to assess proximity-seeking behaviors.

摘要

持续的联系是一个多方面的过程，包括感知、信念、错觉和幻觉，以及明显的行为。我们开发了接近寻求行为量表 (PSBS) 来评估与死者继续保持联系的明显行为。我们让 694 位失去亲人的成年人完成了一项在线调查。探索性和验证性因素分析产生了 PSBS 项目的单因素模型。PSBS 可靠性良好。PSBS 分数与沉思和思念、与死者的联系感以及长时间的悲伤和抑郁症状呈正相关。PSBS 似乎是评估接近寻求行为的可靠且有效的工具。