Child and Youth Resilience Measure (CYRM-R)

The CYRM-R is a self-report measure that assesses resilience across three domains: personal, relational, and contextual. The measure consists of 17 items, each of which is scored on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). The items are all positively worded, meaning that higher scores indicate greater resilience.

To score the CYRM-R, the responses to each item are summed to create a total score, as well as scores for each of the three domains. The possible range of scores for the total measure is 17 to 85, with higher scores indicating greater resilience. The possible range of scores for each domain is 5 to 25, with higher scores indicating greater resilience in that domain.

The scoring of the CYRM-R can provide valuable information about the resilience of children and young adults. A higher total score indicates greater resilience, while lower scores may suggest areas for improvement. The scores for each domain can also provide insights into specific strengths and challenges related to personal, relational, and contextual resilience. The measure can be used to identify individuals or groups who may benefit from targeted interventions or support, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of resilience-building programmes or policies.

The CYRM-R can be a useful tool for schools to assess the resilience of their students. The results can help schools identify areas of strength and challenge related to personal, relational, and contextual resilience, as well as inform the development of targeted interventions or support. For example, if the results show that a significant number of students are struggling with personal resilience, the school may consider implementing mindfulness or self-care programs. If the results show that students are experiencing challenges related to relational resilience, the school may consider implementing social-emotional learning programs or peer support groups. The measure can also be used to evaluate the effectiveness of resilience-building programmes or policies over time.

The CYRM-R can be useful for schools in several ways. First, it provides a standardizsed and evidence-based way to assess resilience in children and youth, which can help schools identify areas of strength and challenge and inform targeted interventions or support. Second, it can help schools evaluate the effectiveness of resilience-building programmes or policies over time, which can inform future decision-making. Third, it can help schools promote a culture of resilience by raising awareness of the importance of resilience and providing a common language and framework for resilience-building efforts.

The Child and Youth Resilience Measure (CYRM-R) takes 5-10 minutes to complete.