Table 1 Items included in the 8-item partner support scale

1.

My partner is someone I can count on for financial support if I need it

4

3

2

1

2.

My partner is someone I can talk with about things that are important to me

4

3

2

1

3.

My partner is someone who is affectionate toward me

4

3

2

1

4.

My partner is someone who helps me care for my child(ren)

4

3

2

1

5.

My partner is someone who understands how I am feeling

4

3

2

1

6.

My partner is someone who talks with me and spends time with me

4

3

2

1

7.

My partner is someone whom I can count on

4

3

2

1

8.

My partner is someone who does things with me

4

3

2

1