Table 3 Loading of the questions on the factors after rotation

Do you think that your concentration problems have had a negative impact on your work?

Do you think that your concentration problems have restricted your daily activities?

During your education, do you think that you had learning difficulties because of your NF1?

Do you think that your concentration problems have hindered your inclusion in society?

Have you had any difficulties in asking for help?

Have you perceived your NF1 as a physical disability?

Because of your NF1, has the way other people look at you caused you to suffer?

Has your NF1 affected which clothes you choose to wear?

Have you felt that you have no control over what is happening to you?

Are you sometimes afraid of the future because of your NF1?

Has the paperwork in connection with your NF1 been difficult?

Have you felt that your socio-economic status may be directly linked to your NF1?

Have you felt the need to justify yourself?

Do you think your NF1 has made you shyer?

Has your NF1 hindered your sexuality?

Have you succeeded in managing (or dealing with) your NF1 pain?

Have you come to terms with the administrative difficulties that you have encountered?