Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue (PROQOL)

The PROQOL is a self-report tool used to assess compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue among professionals who help others. It helps in identifying the positive and negative effects of providing care.

Overview

The PROQOL is used to assess compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue.

TARGET POPULATION

Caregivers and Health Professionals

NUMBER OF ITEMS

30

TIME TO COMPLETE

10-15

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 1-5 scale, with higher scores indicating greater compassion satisfaction or fatigue.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater compassion satisfaction or fatigue.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.88)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating PROQOL scores with clinical assessments of caregiver well-being.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor caregiver well-being.

Research and References
Stamm, B. H. (2010). The Concise ProQOL Manual. Pocatello, ID: ProQOL.org.

Related Assessments

MBI,

BBI

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Compassion Satisfaction and Compassion Fatigue (PROQOL) FAQS

What is the PROQOL used for?

The PROQOL is used to assess compassion satisfaction and compassion fatigue.

How is the PROQOL scored?

Each item is scored on a 1-5 scale, with higher scores indicating greater compassion satisfaction or fatigue.

Who uses the PROQOL?

It is typically self-administered by caregivers and health professionals.

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