About the measure
Subscales
Bryant (1982) suggested the measure was unidimensional whereas De Wied et al. (2007) suggested a two factor solution comprising Empathic sadness and Attitude; Del Barrio proposed a 3‑factor structure comprising Feelings of sadness, Understanding feelings and Tearful reaction
Example
It makes me sad to see a girl who can’t find anyone to play with
Key Stage
Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3
Domains
Emotional Intelligence (mixed and trait)