CDE Emotional Dependence Questionnaire: Evidence of Validity and Reliability in Colombian samples

Abstract

Objective. The purpose of this research was to study the psychometric properties of the Lemos and Londoño Emotional Dependence Questionnaire (2006). Method. A total of 634 participants, aged between 18 and 50 years, completed the instrument. Results. A five-factor structure was found, which was confirmed by confirmatory factor analysis: separation anxiety (6 items, ω = 0.892), partner´s affective expression (4 items, ω = 0.854), fear of loneliness (3 items, ω = 0.870), modification of plans (3 items, ω = 0.814), and borderline expression (3 items, ω = 0.853). This structure contrasts with the six factors proposed in the original scale. The adequate psychometric results suggest that this is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring emotional dependence.