Measuring Evaluation Fears in Adolescence: Psychometric validation of the Portuguese versions of the Fear of Positive Evaluation Scale and the Specific Fear of Negative Evaluation Scale

Abstract

Modified measures of Fear of Negative Evaluation and Fear of Positive Evaluation were examined among Portuguese adolescents. These measures demonstrated replicable factor structure, internal consistency, and positive relationships with social anxiety and avoidance. Gender differences were found. Implications for evaluation and intervention are discussed.