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Motley RO, Joe S, McQueen A, Clifton M, Carlton-Brown D. Development, construct validity, and measurement invariance of the Modified Classes of Racism Frequency of Racial Experiences Measure (M-CRFRE) to capture direct and indirect exposure to perceived racism-based police use of force for Black emerging adults. CULTURAL DIVERSITY & ETHNIC MINORITY PSYCHOLOGY 2023; 29:575-589. [PMID: 35113606 PMCID: PMC9546726 DOI: 10.1037/cdp0000525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To utilize focus groups, cognitive interviews, content expert panel, and computer-assisted surveys to develop and pilot survey items assessing exposure to perceived racism-based police violence to enhance the Classes of Racism Frequency of Racial Experiences (CRFRE). METHOD Focus groups and cognitive interviews were conducted with Black emerging adults (n = 44) in St. Louis, Missouri. Utilizing a grounded theory approach, a thematic analysis of the focus group and cognitive interview transcripts was conducted to identify key items to be added to the CRFRE. Three content experts assessed the face and content validity of survey items. Computer-assisted surveys were conducted to pilot the modified CRFRE with a sample of Black emerging adults (n = 300). Confirmatory factor analyses and structural paths were used to examine the construct validity of the modified CRFRE. RESULTS Participant's qualitative data and suggestions from content experts resulted in the development of 16 additional survey items regarding exposure to perceived racism-based police violence across three domains (victim, witness in person, and seen in media). The modified CRFRE measure showed construct validity, internal reliability, and measurement invariance between men and women. CONCLUSIONS This study advances our epidemiological methodology for quantifying exposure to perceived racism-based police violence. Future research is necessary to assess the prevalence of exposure to perceived racism-based police violence and associated mental and behavioral outcomes for Black emerging adults in the U.S. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).
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- George Warren Brown School of Social Work Washington University in St. Louis
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- Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
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Olderbak S, Uusberg A, MacCann C, Pollak KM, Gross JJ. The Process Model of Emotion Regulation Questionnaire: Assessing Individual Differences in Strategy Stage and Orientation. Assessment 2023; 30:2090-2114. [PMID: 36495015 DOI: 10.1177/10731911221134601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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The study of individual differences in emotion regulation has typically focused exclusively either on the stage of the emotion generation process at which regulation occurs or on the engagement versus disengagement orientation of the regulation efforts. We introduce a new measure that samples equally across each stage of the process model of emotion regulation and from both engagement and disengagement orientations. Through five studies (ntotal = 2,543), we present the development and convergent, discriminant, and predictive validity evidence for the Process Model of Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (PMERQ). We show the final 10-scale 45-item questionnaire has acceptable internal consistency, is invariant between genders and across the age range, and has sufficient convergent and discriminant validity. The PMERQ also predicts affective and relationship functioning with strategies occurring earlier in the process model generally showing the strongest effects. We propose the PMERQ is a valuable measure to assess individual differences in the use of emotion regulation strategies.
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- Sally Olderbak
- Ulm University, Ulm, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Institut für Therapieforschung, Munich, Bavaria, Germany
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- University of Freiburg, Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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Wang Z, Laninga-Wijnen L, Garandeau CF, Liu J. Development and Validation of the Adolescent Defending Behaviors Questionnaire Among Chinese Early Adolescents. Assessment 2023; 30:2258-2275. [PMID: 36633101 DOI: 10.1177/10731911221149082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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This study aimed to clarify the multidimensionality of defending by developing and validating the Adolescent Defending Behaviors Questionnaire (ADBQ) in a sample of Chinese adolescents. Results of Study 1 (N = 824, Mage = 11.25) indicated that a five-factor model, comprising (a) assertive defending, (b) aggressive defending, (c) comforting victims, (d) reporting to authority, and (e) tactical defending, yielded a good fit to the data. Study 2 (N = 1,086, Mage = 11.18) established ADBQ's reliability (α = .78-.93) and construct validity: the five defending dimensions were differentially associated with cognitive and affective empathy, aggression, sociability, peer preference, and victimization. Together, the results suggest that the ADBQ is a psychometrically valid and reliable instrument for assessing the multidimensionality of defending.
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- Zixuan Wang
- East China Normal University, Shanghai, China
- University of Turku, Finland
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- East China Normal University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Changning Mental Health Center, China
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Malaeb D, Dabbous M, Hallit R, Obeid S, Hallit S. Psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the short 9-item drive for muscularity scale (DMS-9). BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:680. [PMID: 37726706 PMCID: PMC10507918 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-05179-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND After the original 15-item Drive for Muscularity Scale developed by McCreary et al. in 2004, a more theoretically based scale that replicates the original DMS subscales with a better conceptual clarity and a shorter number of items, i.e., the DMS-9, has recently been developed by Chaba et al. in 2018. We sought to contribute to the literature especially under the Arab context, by investigating the psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the DMS-9 in a sample of Arabic-speaking Lebanese university students of both genders. METHODS University students (N = 402; 55.2% females) from multiple universities in Lebanon were invited to fill the survey in this cross-sectional designed study (December 2022 and January 2023). Our sample was chosen using the snowball technique; a soft copy of the questionnaire was created using google forms software, and an online approach was conceived to proceed with the data collection. RESULTS Using an Exploratory Factor Analysis-to- Confirmatory Factor Analysis strategy, we found that the original two-factor model of the DMS proposed in the parent study was adequately replicated in our sample. The two DMS-9 factor scores showed very good McDonald's omega values (ω > 0.8). Findings also showed that gender invariance was achieved at the configural, metric, and scalar levels. Additionally, drive for muscularity scores correlated in the expected way with other study variables, providing support for the convergent and divergent validity of the Arabic DMS-9. Specifically, we found that greater drive for muscularity attitudes and behaviors significantly correlated with more severe muscle dysmorphic symptoms, inappropriate eating attitudes, muscle bias internalization, and lower body appreciation. CONCLUSION Findings preliminarily suggest that the Arabic DMS-9 is psychometrically sound and suitable tool to assess the drive for muscularity construct among Arabic-speaking community adults. Making the Arabic DMS-9 available will hopefully benefit the scientific community working in Arab settings, promote local and international research in this area, and offer descriptive data on how drive for muscularity may interfere with health indicators in the general Arab population.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi hospital, Manouba, 2010, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- College of Pharmacy, Medical Gulf University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Bellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Notre Dame des Secours University Hospital, Postal code 3, Byblos, Lebanon
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, 21478, Saudi Arabia.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
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Kawakubo A, Oguchi T. Salon nail care with superficial self-disclosure vitalizes psychological state. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1112110. [PMID: 37799518 PMCID: PMC10548882 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1112110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023] Open
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Physical attractiveness has long been established as a desirable trait in society. Physically attractive individuals are considered more competent, successful, and sociable. Numerous studies have examined the influence of makeup on physical attractiveness and its subjective psychological effects. However, the effect of nail care has not yet been examined. This study aimed to explore the psychological effects of nail care. Female Japanese participants (N = 334) completed an online questionnaire. The results showed that nail care positively elevated three aspects: positive emotions, relaxation, and vitalization. Moreover, they confirmed significant differences between receiving nail care from salon manicurists and self-performed nail care in terms of positive emotions and relaxation. The results indicated that nail care altered the appearance of the recipients' nails and their self-esteem, including their feelings, mood, and motivation. Furthermore, this study indicates that it may be preferable for both manicurists and clients not to self-disclose in-depth, as this would negate the positive effects of nail care. The study concludes with recommendations for future research.
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- Atsushi Kawakubo
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Saitama Gakuen University, Kawaguchi, Japan
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- Department of Psychology, College of Contemporary Psychology, Rikkyo University, Saitama, Japan
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Tan C, Wang J, Cao G, Chen C, Yin J, Lu J, Qiu J. Reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Athens insomnia scale for non-clinical application in Chinese athletes. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1183919. [PMID: 37780167 PMCID: PMC10540192 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1183919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023] Open
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Purpose This study aimed to revise and examine the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Athens Insomnia Scale for Non-clinical Application (AIS-NCA) among Chinese athletes. Additionally, the study tested the scale in non-athlete individuals with similar sleep management practices to further analyze its cultural specificity among Chinese athletes and make preliminary inferences about its applicability in other Chinese populations. Methods Four hundred twenty-six Chinese professional athletes and 779 high school students participated in this research. Both athletes and students were divided into two parallel groups for exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. Additionally, three athlete samples and one student sample were established for reliability and validity assessments. Among athletes, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, the Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire, and the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale were employed to evaluate convergent and discriminant validity. Re-test reliability was evaluated at intervals of 1 and 2 weeks. In the case of students, convergent and discriminant validity were tested using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and the General Self-Efficacy Scale, with re-test reliability assessed at two-week intervals. Results The Chinese version of the AIS-NCA consists of six items, categorized into two dimensions: sleep problems and daytime functioning. This structure explained 65.08% (athletes) and 66.22% (students) of the variance. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed good model fit, with values of χ2/df = 2.217, CFI = 0.975, AGFI = 0.929, TLI = 0.953, and RMSEA = 0.076 among athletes, and χ2/df = 3.037, CFI = 0.979, AGFI = 0.947, TLI = 0.961, and RMSEA = 0.072 among students. The scale demonstrated a reasonable degree of measurement invariance. The overall scale and two subscales exhibited strong reliability and validity among athletes. Similar results in terms of reliability and validity were also observed within the student sample. Conclusion The Chinese version of the AIS-NCA shows promise as an assessment tool for evaluating the sleep quality of Chinese athletes. It effectively captures both sleep-related concerns and daytime functionality within the athlete population. The scale demonstrates solid reliability and validity in professional athletes and holds potential for application across various other demographic groups in China.
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- Chenhao Tan
- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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- No.1 High School Affiliated to Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Research Institute of Sports Science (Shanghai Anti-Doping Agency), Shanghai, China
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Ike OO, Ugwu LE, Enwereuzor IK, Eze IC, Omeje O, Okonkwo E. Expanded-multidimensional turnover intentions: scale development and validation. BMC Psychol 2023; 11:271. [PMID: 37697427 PMCID: PMC10496226 DOI: 10.1186/s40359-023-01303-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aims to provide researchers and practitioners with a more elaborate instrument to measure turnover intentions based on the planned behaviour theory model. The questionnaire assesses 5 distinct aspects of turnover intentions (i.e., subjective social status, organisational culture, personal orientation, expectations, and career growth). METHODS In this cross-sectional study (comprise of 2 studies in one) a wave survey design was applied to a large diversity of workers drawn from the staff of universities, banks, hospitals, factories, and telecommunication companies. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was applied the identify the sub-dimensions and Cronbach's alpha to assess the reliability of the first study. In the second study, for the Confirmatory factor analysis to establishing structural model of the dimensions. RESULTS We demonstrate the reliability, factor structure, and validity evidence based on internal structure and relationship with other variables of the new measure among two samples (N1 = 622; N2 = 433). Twenty-five items with 5 factors were extracted to represent a broader perspective of turnover intention scale. CONCLUSIONS In total, the study indicates that the assessment can be used to reliably assess several major indicators of turnover intentions. Therefore, improved employees' evaluations and reduced loss of valuable staff as a result of avoidable measures in considering the interests of workers.
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- Psychology Department, Psychology Department, Renaissance University Ugbawka Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria.
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- Psychology Department, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria
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- Psychology Department, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria
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He J, Lu Y, Barnhart WR, Tang C, Zhang H, Zhao Y, Lin L. Translation and validation of a Chinese version of the body talk scale for women and men. J Eat Disord 2023; 11:153. [PMID: 37697411 PMCID: PMC10494420 DOI: 10.1186/s40337-023-00884-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023] Open
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Body talk has received increasing research attention in recent years, with accumulating evidence supporting the link between body talk and eating and body image disturbances. However, research on body talk in China is still relatively scarce and generally focused on fat talk, especially in women, and much remains unknown about muscle talk and positive body talk for both Chinese women and men. To promote a better understanding of body talk in the Chinese context, the present study adapted the Body Talk Scale (BTS) into Chinese Mandarin (i.e., C-BTS) and evaluated the factor structure and psychometric properties of the C-BTS in Chinese adult women and men. The English version of the BTS was translated into Chinese Mandarin with standard procedures. With 300 Chinese women (Mage = 29.48 years, SD = 7.26) and 300 men (Mage = 29.36 years, SD = 6.81), we examined the factor structure and gender invariance of the C-BTS, as well as internal consistency reliability, test-retest reliability, and construct validity, including convergent, concurrent, and incremental validity of the C-BTS. The results indicated that, consistent with the development study of the BTS, the C-BTS had three subscales (i.e., Negative Fat Talk, Negative Muscle Talk, and Positive Body Talk) and good reliability and validity. The findings demonstrate that the C-BTS can be a useful measure of body talk in both Chinese women and men.
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- Jinbo He
- School of Humanities and Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 518172, Guangdong, China.
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- School of Humanities and Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 518172, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, USA
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- School of Humanities and Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 518172, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Psychology, University of Macau, Macau, China
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- School of Humanities and Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 518172, Guangdong, China
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- Emmanuel College, 400 The Fenway, Boston, MA, USA
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DiCioccio HC, Pasek L, Skowronsky C, Washer A, Clowtis L, Burchill CN. Psychometric Testing of the Caregiver Attitudes on Substance Use in Pregnancy Instrument. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2023; 52:394-404. [PMID: 37393066 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogn.2023.05.115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/03/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To modify an existing instrument used to measure the attitudes of perinatal nursing caregivers about pregnant women with substance use disorder (SUD) and to psychometrically test the new instrument: Caregiver Attitudes on Substance Use in Pregnancy (CASUD-OB). DESIGN Instrument modification and psychometric testing of results from a modified instrument. SETTING Multi-hospital health care system in the midwestern United States. PARTICIPANTS A total of 147 perinatal nursing caregivers (perinatal nurses: n = 131; unlicensed assistive personnel: n = 16) who worked on obstetric and neonatal nursing units. METHODS We modified the existing instrument, and 12 experts in perinatal nursing (1 who also had expertise in SUD in the perinatal period) evaluated the items for content validity. We administered the CASUD-OB via online survey between November 2019 and December 2019. We used item reduction, calculated item-total correlations, and conducted exploratory factor analysis to modify the instrument and assessed its internal consistency. RESULTS After psychometric testing, we reduced the number of items from 26 to 16. Through item reduction and exploratory factor analysis, we identified three subscales (Caregiver Bias, Caregiver Self-Awareness, and Caregiver Perception of Parental Fitness). The Cronbach's alpha for the overall instrument was .92. CONCLUSION This study provides preliminary evidence to suggest that the CASUD-OB may be a valid and reliable instrument for measuring nurses' attitudes toward pregnant women with SUD. Through additional testing, this instrument has the potential to become a valuable resource to evaluate quality improvement initiatives, staff education programs, and other interventions designed to transform the attitudes of nursing caregivers toward pregnant women with SUD.
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Rosa D, Pengo MF, Adorni R, Bilo G, Parati G, Steca P. Psychometric Properties of a Brief Version of the Perception of Risk of Heart Disease Scale in an Italian Sample. High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev 2023; 30:475-484. [PMID: 37847486 PMCID: PMC10600277 DOI: 10.1007/s40292-023-00603-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The number of Italian citizens unaware of their risk of cardiovascular disease it is still very high. AIM This study aimed to translate and preliminarily validate a brief Italian version of the Perception of Risk of Heart Disease Scale (PRHDS). METHODS PRHDS was culturally adapted to the Italian context. Then, the scale was administered to 772 healthy adults. By randomly dividing the sample into two subsamples, we tested the scale dimensionality through Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) followed by Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). Finally, we evaluated internal consistency. RESULTS Psychometric properties of the scale were appropriate. EFA and CFA evidenced a unidimensional structure of a brief version of the scale, composed of six items. Internal consistency was adequate. CONCLUSIONS Italian version of the brief PRHDS is a promising self-report questionnaire to measure cardiovascular risk perception among Italian adults.
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- Debora Rosa
- Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS, Milan, Italy.
- University of Milano-Bicocca, Faculty of Medicine, Milan, Italy.
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- University of Milano-Bicocca, Department of Psychology, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS, Milan, Italy
- University of Milano-Bicocca, Faculty of Medicine, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS, Milan, Italy
- University of Milano-Bicocca, Faculty of Medicine, Milan, Italy
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- University of Milano-Bicocca, Department of Psychology, Milan, Italy
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Brown LL, Pennings J, Steckel S, Van Zyl M. The organizational trauma resilience assessment: Methods and psychometric properties. PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA : THEORY, RESEARCH, PRACTICE AND POLICY 2023; 15:S446-S455. [PMID: 34928688 PMCID: PMC9326844 DOI: 10.1037/tra0001184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Despite many strengths of trauma-informed care (TIC), critics argue TIC is necessary but alone insufficient, can be deficit focused, lacks construct operationalization, and requires greater inclusion of resilience theory. We sought to address these critiques by creating an assessment tool through an iterative and community-engaged process. METHOD We collected cross-sectional data between May and June 2019 with a convenience sample from 12 sites across the United States (N = 861). Data were analyzed through application of classical test theory and item response theory, using principal components analysis. RESULTS The final 40-item Organizational Trauma Resilience Assessment (OTRA) is sufficiently unidimensional and has a five-factor solution with strong validity and reliability. CONCLUSION We believe this instrument marks the first of its kind to synthesize tenets of organizational resilience with TIC principles. Creation of the OTRA progresses the TIC knowledge base and is a cost-effective and valid method for evaluating organizational culture of trauma resilience. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).
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- Leslie Lauren Brown
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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- School of Social Work, College of Behavioral and Community Sciences, University of South Florida
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Force ZM, Parkash R, Tang A, Kelly SE, Wells G, Lockwood E, AdelWahab A, Nault I, Healey J, Giddens KA, Wuensch KL, Sears SF. Health Security Perceptions: Initial Psychometric Analysis of the Construct of Health Security in Chronic Illness Among Patients With a Cardiac Device. CJC Open 2023; 5:704-708. [PMID: 37744655 PMCID: PMC10516717 DOI: 10.1016/j.cjco.2023.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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Scale measuring the construct of "health security in chronic illness" (HSCI) was piloted in Canadian cardiac device patients (N = 176) enrolled in a remote-monitoring study at 2 timepoints. Analysis revealed a 2-factor solution, labeled as "support" and "certainty". Patients reported receiving less support over time, but consistent health certainty. Patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators felt less secure over time and reported lower levels of health security in chronic illness than pacemaker patients.
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- Zachary M. Force
- Department of Psychology, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute—University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute—Laval University, Quebec, Quebec, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Psychology, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
- East Carolina Heart Institute, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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Ma X, Jiang H, Liu S, Zhang S. Development and validation of the intellectual property services scale in China. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19892. [PMID: 37809771 PMCID: PMC10559274 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2023] [Revised: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Existing studies have emphasized the crucial role of intellectual property services (IPS) in the advancement of science and technology, but there was still a lack of a valid scale for assessing IPS. Accordingly, this study aimed to develop a reliable instrument to fill this gap. A three-step process of scale development was described: item generation through grounded theory research (n = 14), scale development through exploratory factor analysis (n = 219) and scale assessment through confirmatory factor analysis (n = 191). By analyzing and coding the interview data drawn from IPS agencies in China, the study verified that IPS could be represented as a three-dimensional construct consisting of vocational skills services (VSS), commercial operation services (COS), and value-added business services (VBS). The subsequent exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis were conducted to test and modify the IPS scale with 11 items was shown to have acceptable internal consistency reliability, as well as convergent and discriminant validity. The IPS scale could serve as an operational tool for IPS practitioners to measure and identify the problems of service quality and service mode. Additionally, it held significant theoretical value and practical implications for the advancement of intellectual property services industry in China.
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- Xiang Ma
- School of Marxism, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
- Graduate School of Education, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Graduate School of Education, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Graduate School of Education, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Institution of Science of Science and S&T Management, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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Sairitupa-Sanchez LZ, Collantes-Vargas A, Rivera-Lozada O, Morales-García WC. Development and validation of a scale for streaming dependence (SDS) of online games in a Peruvian population. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1184647. [PMID: 37691786 PMCID: PMC10484621 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1184647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Background Addiction to online video game streaming has become one of the most appealing ways to occupy leisure time and is one of the most popular activities. The satisfaction it provides and the time invested in it are two of the main reasons why it is preferred. However, despite the clear benefits that this activity offers, in some cases, excessive use can lead to personal and/or family problems or abuse. Objective The objective of the study was to develop and validate a scale to measure potential traits of dependence on online game streaming. The participants were 423 Peruvian adults aged between 18 and 47 years (M = 22.87, SD = 5.02). The Streaming Dependence Scale (SDS) was developed based on a literature review, and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were conducted. Results The scale showed adequate internal consistency (α, CR, ω, and H > 80). Confirmatory analysis confirmed the one-dimensional structure (χ2 = 10.250, df = 5; p = 0.068; CFI = 0.98, TLI = 0.96, RMSEA = 0.06, SRMR = 0.05). Conclusion The brief SDS is a valid and reliable measure that can be used as a useful tool to identify and evaluate streaming dependence.
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- Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez
- Escuela Profesional de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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- Escuela Profesional de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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- South American Center for Education and Research in Public Health, Universidad Norbert Wiener, Lima, Peru
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- Escuela de Medicina Humana, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
- Escuela de Posgrado, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
- Facultad de Teología, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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Owiti S, Hauw D. The initial development and validation of the Social Adaptability Skills Questionnaire: SASQ. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0281971. [PMID: 37594937 PMCID: PMC10437787 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0281971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/20/2023] Open
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Changing clubs over the course of an athletic career may not always be easy, and this has raised questions about how these changes affect career development. However, few studies have focused on the process of adapting to a new club and the factors that lead to success or failure. To address this gap in the literature, we aimed to develop and provide the initial validation of a questionnaire designed to assess athletes' social adaptability skills (SAS). To do so, we conducted four studies, from the initial development stage to the final validation stage. In the first phase, we generated questionnaire items with clear content and face validity. The second phase explored the factor structure and reliability of the Social Adaptability Skills Questionnaire (SASQ). This was carried out with 543 young athletes in talent development through exploratory factor analysis (EFA), which was validated with confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The EFA yielded a 17-item, four-factor structure with good internal reliability (⍺ = 0.876). The CFA revealed that the model fit indices were acceptable (RMSEA = 0.06, CFI = 0.809, TLI = 0.844, and GFI = 0.926). In addition, Latent Class Analysis (LCA) was applied to determine the predictive validity of SASQ resulting into identification of three classes (low achievers, average achievers, and high achievers) with four discriminating dimensions (coach, teammates, family, and club). The SASQ appears to be a promising psychometric instrument of potential usefulness for education and program reviews in applied settings and a measurement tool in talent development research.
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- Samuel Owiti
- Institute of Sport Studies of the University of Lausanne, Lausanne, CH Switzerland
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- Institute of Sport Studies of the University of Lausanne, Lausanne, CH Switzerland
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Buki LP, Reich M, Wang J, Sanabia S, Larrosa D, Sologaistoa B, Blanco M. Development and psychometric validation of the Colorectal Cancer Literacy Scale-Uruguay Version. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1179792. [PMID: 37614455 PMCID: PMC10442949 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1179792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023] Open
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Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer death in Uruguay, yet less than half of the eligible population is up to date with screenings. Research is hampered because no measures exist to assess psychosocial factors that influence screening decisions in this population. To address this gap, we report on the development and psychometric validation of the Colorectal Cancer Literacy Scale-Uruguay Version, a scale based on the health literacy model. We developed an item pool based on the extant literature, obtained feedback from experts, and conducted focus groups with community participants and health care providers. After revision, we conducted a psychometric validation with a national community sample of 405 participants. Through an exploratory factor analysis, we identified four factors that were collapsed into two for theoretical and pragmatic reasons, representing (a) disposition toward cancer prevention and (b) attitudes, beliefs, and emotions about cancer. A third factor, knowledge about colorectal cancer, was examined separately given its distinct focus. Subsequently, we conducted a confirmatory factor analysis with the remaining sample participants using Rasch measurement theory for validation purposes and to further assess the scales' psychometric properties. The resulting 44-item scale presented a good model fit with adequate EAP reliabilities and good initial discriminant validity. Further criterion-related validity analyses should be performed when additional measures are available. The Colorectal Cancer Literacy Scale-Uruguay Version is a theoretically based measure that can bring to light barriers and facilitative factors in an underscreened population at risk. Implications for theory, research, and practice are discussed.
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- Lydia P. Buki
- Department of Educational and Psychological Studies, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, United States
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- Departamento de Bienestar y Salud, Universidad Católica del Uruguay, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Department of Educational and Psychological Studies, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, United States
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- Area de Educación Poblacional, Comisión Honoraria de Lucha Contra el Cáncer, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Area de Educación Poblacional, Comisión Honoraria de Lucha Contra el Cáncer, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Area de Educación Poblacional, Comisión Honoraria de Lucha Contra el Cáncer, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Area de Educación Poblacional, Comisión Honoraria de Lucha Contra el Cáncer, Montevideo, Uruguay
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Fan Z, Lin X, Tao M, Wu H, Wang X. The Chinese adaptation and validation of the Fear of Being Single Scale for college students. Acta Psychol (Amst) 2023; 238:103989. [PMID: 37459732 DOI: 10.1016/j.actpsy.2023.103989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/07/2023] Open
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The Fear of Being Single Scale (FOBS) is a widely used measure of the fear of being single, but its applicability to Chinese populations has not been established. This study aimed to translate the FOBS into Chinese and examine its psychometric properties among Chinese college students. The study consisted of three phases with three samples (total n = 1768). In the first phase (Sample 1: n = 571), an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) supported a unidimensional structure with 6 items for the Chinese version of the FOBS (C-FOBS). In the second phase (Sample 2: n = 692), a confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) validated the factor structure and indicated good model fit. The C-FOBS also demonstrated good internal consistency, split-half reliability, criterion validity, and cross-gender invariance. In the third phase (Sample 3: n = 505), the C-FOBS showed acceptable test-retest reliability over a two-week interval. The results suggest that the C-FOBS is a reliable and valid instrument for assessing the fear of being single among Chinese college students.
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- Zhiguang Fan
- Department of Psychology, Shaoxing University, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Marxism, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, China
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- School of Education, Jilin International Studies University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- School of Foreign Studies, Hunan Normal University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- School of Medical Information, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, China.
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Ruan-Iu L, Pendergast LL, Liao PC, Jones P, von der Embse N, Innamorati M, Balsamo M. Measuring Depression in Young Adults: Preliminary Development of an English Version of the Teate Depression Inventory. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6470. [PMID: 37569012 PMCID: PMC10418789 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20156470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023]
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Depression is a common and debilitating condition that impacts individuals with various cultural backgrounds, medical conditions, and life circumstances. Thus, assessment tools need to be useful among different cultural groups. The 21-item Teate Depression Inventory (TDI) was developed in Italy, is designed to assess major depression, and focuses on cognitive and affective rather than somatic symptoms. This study aims to examine the factor structure and concurrent validity of the TDI English version among a non-clinical population in the United States. Participants included 398 adults (mean age 19.89 years, SD = 2.72, range: 18 to 46 years old) who completed the TDI and The Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale-Revised (CESD-R). The results supported a three-factor bifactor structure of the TDI (Positive Affect, Negative Affect, and Daily Functioning), which largely corresponds to the Tripartite Model of affective disorders. These findings support the use of TDI scores as measures of depressive symptoms among U.S. young adults, offering researchers and practitioners a brief and useful tool.
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- Linda Ruan-Iu
- Department of Psychological Studies in Education and Human Development, College of Education, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA
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- Department of Psychological Studies in Education and Human Development, College of Education, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA
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- Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- Department of Psychological Studies in Education and Human Development, College of Education, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA
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- Department of Human Sciences, European University of Rome, 00163 Roma, Italy
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- Department of Psychological Sciences, Humanities and Territory, “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Obeid S, Chidiac G, Dabbous M, Malaeb D, Hallit R, Hallit S. Measuring public attitudes towards people living with chronic diseases in Arabic-speaking populations: adaptation and development of the Social Stigma Scale of Chronic Diseases (SSS-CD). BMC Public Health 2023; 23:1375. [PMID: 37464332 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16315-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A large proportion of the population in Arab countries suffer from chronic diseases. According to the statistics by the Global Health Estimates, chronic illnesses contribute by 71% to total deaths in the Arab region. While chronic illnesses have been demonstrated to carry high levels of social stigma, it is only recently that little research attention has been given to this topic in the Arab world. It is well-established that the social stigma construct is culturally-dependent. Therefore, the lack of an Arabic measure highlighted the urgent need for developing a culturally adapted and valid instrument to assess social stigma toward people living with chronic diseases. In this study, we aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the Arabic translation, adaptation and development of "the Social Stigma Scale of Chronic Diseases" (SSS-CD). METHOD Fifteen items derived from the literature and assessing social stigma towards chronic diseases have been administered to 570 Arabic-speaking adults from the Lebanese general population (aged 24.59 ± 6.75years; 68.6% women). Items were translated into Arabic using a forward-backward translation method. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) using a principal-axis EFA on the first split-half subsample, followed by a confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) tested on the model extracted from the EFA on the second split-half subsample, were conducted to examine the construct validity of the SSS-CD. Fit indices were deemed adequate if the normed model chi-square (χ²/df) ≤ 3, the Steiger-Lind root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA) ≤ 0.08, the Tucker-Lewis Index (TLI) and the comparative fit index (CFI) ≥ 0.90. RESULTS Findings revealed that the 10-item SSS-CD has a unidimensional factor structure, with the following fit indices: χ2/df = 92.95/34 = 2.73, RMSEA = 0.077 (90% CI 0.059, 0.096), SRMR = 0.062, CFI = 0.939, TLI = 0.919. A good internal consistency was demonstrated by a McDonald's omega value of 0.73 for the total score. Findings also supported invariance across gender, with men exhibiting higher levels of social stigma attached to chronic diseases than women. All three dimensions of stigmatization (social, psychological and evolutionary stigmatization) were positively correlated with SSS-CD scores (Social self-interest [r = .40; p < .001], Evolutionary self-interest [r = .37; p < .001], Psychological self-interest [r = .42; p < .001]), demonstrating relatively strong convergent validity. CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that the SSS-CD has robust psychometric qualities. We thus preliminarily suggest that the scale is valid, reliable and suitable for use among Arabic-speaking people from the general population to measure public attitudes towards people living with chronic diseases. Providing this psychometrically sound measure will hopefully enable to foster research in this area in order to draw a clear overview of the prevalence and characteristics of social stigma attached to chronic diseases in Arabic-speaking communities. However, given that this was the first study to examine the psychometric properties of the SSS-CD, the present findings and conclusions should be considered tentative pending future cross-national validation studies.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi hospital, Manouba, 2010, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Dermatology, University Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Bellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Notre Dame des Secours University Hospital Center, Street 93, Byblos, Postal Code 3, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Azzi V, Malaeb D, Sarray El Dine A, Obeid S, Hallit S. Psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the Inflexible Eating Questionnaire (IEQ) in a non-clinical sample of adults. J Eat Disord 2023; 11:115. [PMID: 37430320 DOI: 10.1186/s40337-023-00835-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The Inflexible Eating Questionnaire (IEQ) is an 11-item instrument designed to evaluate the behavioural and psychological components of inflexible eating. However, the psychometric properties of the instrument have been infrequently examined, and no previous work has examined its utility in the context of the Middle East. METHODS A total of 826 Lebanese citizens and residents completed a novel Arabic translation of the IEQ, as well as previously validated measures of body appreciation, functionality appreciation, and disordered eating. RESULTS The unidimensional factor structure of the IEQ was upheld through both exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, with all 11 items retained. We obtained evidence of scalar invariance across gender and found that there were no significant differences in observed IEQ scores between men and women. IEQ scores were also found to have adequate composite reliability and adequate patterns of concurrent validity. CONCLUSION The present findings provide support for the psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the IEQ in examining inflexible eating in Arabic-speaking adults in Lebanon. Inflexible or rigid dietary restraint reflects an all-or-none approach that encompasses feeling compelled to obey a set of self-imposed dieting rules (e.g., avoiding high-calorie food, calorie counting, fasting to lose weight and/or skipping meals), having a sense of self-control and feeling empowered when adhering to these rules, and not respecting or following internal/external cues of hunger, satiety, and appetite. Therefore, the inflexible eating construct is composed of two dimensions, the first one is behavioural (i.e., obeying restrictive dietary rules) and the second one is psychological (i.e., the belief that following these rules is a consistent must). Until recently, the measures designed to assess inflexible eating focused on the behavioral dimension, while omitting to account for the psychological processes underlying the construct. To bridge this gap, the Inflexible Eating Questionnaire (IEQ), an 11-item self-report measure, was developed to assess both the behavioural and psychological components of dietary restraint. To date, the IEQ is not yet validated in Arabic. Through the present study, we aimed to examine the psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the IEQ, which would in turn facilitate improved research and clinical practices related to dietary restraint in Arabic-speaking nations. Overall, findings provided support for the good psychometric qualities of the Arabic version of the IEQ, which suggests its utility for detecting inflexible eating in Arabic-speaking adults.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi Hospital, 2010, Manouba, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Arts and Sciences, Social and Education Sciences Department, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
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Kim T, Park S, Jeong M. Reliability and Validity Analysis of the Korean Version of the Affinity for Technology Interaction Scale. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:1951. [PMID: 37444785 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11131951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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This study aimed to translate the affinity for technology interaction (ATI) scale into Korean and examine its validity and reliability to measure nurses' interactions and affinity with digital healthcare. Data from 154 nurses employed by general hospitals were analyzed. This developmental and psychometrical evaluation of the ATI scale included a translation, a pilot test, and psychometric properties. Concurrent validity, content validity, construct validity, and reliability testing were completed. The corrected item-total correlation was below the standard of 0.3, and the content validity index was >0.8. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin and Bartlett sphericity test values were 0.81 and Χ2 = 496.25 (p < 0.001), respectively. The exploratory factor analysis (EFA) result was extracted as two factors, with an overall variance of 60.52%. The correlation between the ATI scale and the Quality Improvement Information System acceptance tool was examined to confirm concurrent validity and showed a significant correlation. Cronbach's α was 0.75, indicating adequate reliability. ATI's internal, construct, and concurrent validity demonstrated its suitability as a tool. Therefore, assessing nurses' information and communication technology proficiency and developing strategies for boosting it would be possible.
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- Taehui Kim
- Department of Nursing, Joongbu University, Geumsan-gun 32713, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing, Chungnam National University, Munhwa-ro 266, Daejeon 35015, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nursing, Joongbu University, Geumsan-gun 32713, Republic of Korea
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van Bentum JS, Kerkhof AJFM, Huibers MJH, Holmes EA, de Geus S, Sijbrandij M. The Suicidal Intrusions Attributes Scale (SINAS): a new tool measuring suicidal intrusions. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1158340. [PMID: 37476542 PMCID: PMC10354241 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1158340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023] Open
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Introduction Suicidal intrusions are uncontrollable, intrusive mental images (e. g., visualizing a future suicidal act). They may also be called suicidal "flash-forwards." Despite the importance of integrating the assessment of suicidal intrusions into a clinical routine assessment, quick self-report screening instruments are lacking. This study describes the development of a new instrument-Suicidal Intrusions Attributes Scale (SINAS)-to assess the severity and characteristics of suicidal intrusions and examines its psychometric properties. Method The sample included currently suicidal outpatients with elevated levels of depression recruited across mental health institutions in the Netherlands (N = 168). Instruments administered were 10-item SINAS, the Suicidal Ideation Attributes Scale (SIDAS), the Prospective Imagery Task (PIT), four-item Suicidal Cognitions Interview (SCI), and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II). Results An exploratory factor analysis identified a one-factor structure. The resulting SINAS demonstrated good internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.91) and convergent validity, as expected. Discussion Overall, this study demonstrated acceptable levels of reliability and validity of the measure in a depressed clinical population with suicidal ideation. The SINAS may be a useful screening tool for suicidal intrusions in both research and clinical settings.
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- Jaël S. van Bentum
- Clinical, Neuro-, and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Department of Clinical Psychology, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Clinical, Neuro-, and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- NPI Center for Personality Disorders, Arkin, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Clinical, Neuro-, and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Clinical, Neuro-, and Developmental Psychology, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Research and Dissemination of Psychological Interventions, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Yohay NZ, Cohen R, Hasan M, Daya K, Weiss A, Abukaf H, Yohay Z, Weintraub AY, Eshkoli T. Condition-specific validation of the Arabic version of the Prolapse and Incontinence Knowledge Questionnaire (PIKQ) among parturient. Int Urogynecol J 2023; 34:1529-1539. [PMID: 36592172 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05417-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Pregnancy and mode of delivery have a major effect on pelvic floor disorders (PFD). Assessing knowledge regarding PFD is essential not only for making more informed decisions regarding mode of delivery, but also for seeking help when PFD appear. The Prolapse and Incontinence Knowledge Questionnaire (PIKQ) is a validated tool that assesses women's knowledge regarding urinary incontinence (UI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Validation of the Arabic version of the PIKQ had never been carried out. The purpose of this study was to conduct a condition specific validation among parturients of the PIKQ in the Arabic language. METHODS Translation of the PIKQ to the Arabic language was carried out according to international recommended guidelines. A cross-sectional study of pregnant women was conducted from June to September 2020 at the Soroka University Medical Center, Israel. The recommended 10:1 ratio between the number of subjects and the number of items in the questionnaire (n=24) was maintained. A total of 244 third trimester pregnant women have completed the Arabic version of the PIKQ. In addition to the validation of the psychometric characteristics, construct validity, criterion validity, and reliability were tested as well. RESULTS Initially, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted, resulting in two 12-item scales representing UI and POP. Then, to validate the scale construct we conducted confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Results of the CFA demonstrated that the PIKQ displayed construct validity, with standardized factor loadings ranging from 0.30 to 0.62. Finally, Cronbach's alpha indicated a good internal reliability for the two factors UI and POP. Criterion validity further supported the validity of the scale. CONCLUSIONS The Arabic version of the PIKQ is a new, reliable, consistent, and valid instrument to examine the level of knowledge regarding UI and POP in Arabic speaking pregnant women. This instrument may be used to assess women's knowledge about PFD and to direct the need for educational interventions that may empower women to make informed decisions regarding perinatal care.
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- Neriya Zion Yohay
- Department of Military Medicine and "Tzameret", Faculty of Medicine, Medical Corps, Israel Defense Forces, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel.
- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel.
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- School of Education, Achva Academic College, Arugot, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Affiliated with the Hebrew University School of Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheba, Israel
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Su Y, Li S, Xue J, Li A, Zhu T. Measuring the importance of influencing factor for COVID-19 vaccination intention in China. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1191401. [PMID: 37441653 PMCID: PMC10335563 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1191401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Background Vaccination is considered an effective approach to deter the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). However, vaccine hesitancy is a common issue that makes immunization programs more challenging. To promote vaccination in a targeted and efficient way, this study aims to develop and validate a measurement tool for evaluating the importance of influencing factors related to COVID-19 vaccination intention in China, and to examine the demographic differences. Methods In study 1, we developed a Factor Importance Evaluation Questionnaire (FIEQ) based on semi-structured interview results and used exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to explore its factor structure. In study 2, we verified the four-factor structure of FIEQ by confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). We then administered FIEQ to Chinese participants and conducted a student t-test and analysis of variance to examine the differences in the importance evaluation of factors based on gender and educational level. Results In study 1, we developed a four-factor construct and retained 20 items after EFA (N = 577), with acceptable reliability (alpha = 0.87) and validity. In study 2, we found that the model fit was good (χ2 = 748.03 (162), p < 0.001, GFI = 0.949, RMSEA = 0.049, SRMR = 0.048, AGFI = 0.934), and reliability was acceptable (alpha = 0.730) (N = 1,496). No gender difference was found in factor importance. However, individuals with different educational levels reported significantly different importance evaluations of three factors, including perceived benefits and social norms (F = 3.786, p = 0.005), perceived influences from reference groups (F = 17.449, p < 0.001), and perceived risks (F = 2.508, p = 0.04). Conclusion This study developed and validated FIEQ for measuring the importance of influencing factors related to the COVID-19 vaccination intention in Chinese participants. Moreover, our findings suggest that the educational level may play a role in how individuals evaluate the importance of factors. This study provides insights into the concerns that individuals have regarding vaccination and offers potentially effective and targeted strategies for promoting COVID-19 vaccination.
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- Yue Su
- CAS Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Social Work and Social Administration, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Faculty of Information, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Behavioral Science, Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Department of Psychology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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Lai C, Ye Z, Shao J, Wu J, Zhao B, Fu Y, Xue E. Development and testing of the reliability and validity of a Chinese version of the Long-Term Conditions Questionnaire. Zhejiang Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban 2023; 52:371-378. [PMID: 37476948 PMCID: PMC10409922 DOI: 10.3724/zdxbyxb-2023-0029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To develop a Chinese version of the Long-Term Conditions Questionnaire (LTCQ) and to test its reliability and validity in Chinese patients with chronic diseases. METHODS With the consent of the original authors, a Chinese version of LTCQ was developed according to the cultural adjustment guidelines. A questionnaire survey was conducted on 319 patients with chronic diseases in Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Wuyi County First People's Hospital and Hangzhou Gongchen Bridge Street Health Service Center. The questionnaire was evaluated by item analysis (including frequency analysis, total question correlation method and critical ratio method), reliability analysis (Cronbach's alpha coefficient) and validity analysis [including content validity (expert scoring method) and structural validity (exploratory factor analysis)]. RESULTS The Chinese version of the LTCQ included 20 entries, with a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.926, a retest reliability of 0.829, a split-half reliability of 0.878, an entry content validity index of 1, and a content validity index at the questionnaire level of 1. Four common factors were extracted by exploratory factor analysis, namely physical state and daily life, psychological state, support and coping, and safe environment, with a cumulative variance contribution rate of 67.244%. Discussion: The Chinese version of the LTCQ developed in this study has good reliability and validity and it may be used to assess the long-term conditions of patients with chronic diseases in China.
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- Chuyang Lai
- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, China.
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- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, China.
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- Institute of Nursing Research, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Institute of Nursing Research, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Institute of Nursing Research, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, China
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Rodrigues F, Morouço P, Antunes R, Monteiro D, Jacinto M, Figueiredo N, Santos F, Bastos V, Teixeira D. Using Psychometric Testing Procedures for Scale Validity, Reliability, and Invariance Analysis: The PRETIE-Q Portuguese Version. Eur J Investig Health Psychol Educ 2023; 13:1158-1172. [PMID: 37504477 PMCID: PMC10378368 DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe13070086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 06/11/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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This study investigated the psychometric nature of preference for and tolerance of exercise intensity in physical activity. It initially re-examined the Preference for and Tolerance of the Intensity of Exercise Questionnaire (PRETIE-Q) among Portuguese exercisers, looking at its applicability to different exercise activities and exercise experiences. Then, to investigate the applicability of the measure in different groups, its invariance was examined. The sample consisted of 1117 participants (528 male, 589 female) aged 18-81 years old (Mage = 36.81, SD = 11.89). All participants reported at baseline that they were exercising, on average, 3.93 days (SD = 1.36) per week. The exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM) displayed the best fit. The ESEM did show invariance when tested for multigroup analysis. The conclusion of this research is that the ESEM demonstrated the best fit, displaying invariance in multigroup analysis. Furthermore, when assessing preference and tolerance in various exercise modalities, the PRETIE-Q should be primarily used as a multidimensional instrument due to the differential recognition of preference and tolerance in seemingly similar physical activity circumstances, highlighting the importance of employing context-verified measures to evaluate exercise-intensity preference and tolerance based on sample characteristics or real-time context.
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- Filipe Rodrigues
- ESECS-Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
- Life Quality Research Center (CIEQV), 2040-413 Leiria, Portugal
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- ESECS-Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology (CiTechcare), 2410-541 Leiria, Portugal
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- ESECS-Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
- Life Quality Research Center (CIEQV), 2040-413 Leiria, Portugal
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- ESECS-Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
- Life Quality Research Center (CIEQV), 2040-413 Leiria, Portugal
- Research Center in Sport Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), 5001-801 Vila Real, Portugal
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- ESECS-Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
- Life Quality Research Center (CIEQV), 2040-413 Leiria, Portugal
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Lusófona University, 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
- Research Center in Sport, Physical Education and Exercise and Health (CIDEFES), 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Lusófona University, 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
- Research Center in Sport, Physical Education and Exercise and Health (CIDEFES), 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Lusófona University, 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
- Research Center in Sport, Physical Education and Exercise and Health (CIDEFES), 1749-024 Lisbon, Portugal
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Lee C, Hall K, Anakin M, Pinnock R. Medical students' responses to uncertainty: a cross-sectional study using a new self-efficacy questionnaire in Aotearoa New Zealand. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e066154. [PMID: 37295833 PMCID: PMC10277104 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-066154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Responding well to clinical uncertainty is a crucial skill for any doctor. To better understand how medical students develop this skill, Social Cognitive Theory can be used to explore students' perceived capability to respond to situations of uncertainty. This study aimed to construct a self-efficacy questionnaire and use it to measure medical students' responses to clinical uncertainty. DESIGN A 29-item questionnaire was constructed. For each item, participants rated their confidence in responding to uncertain situations using a scale of 0-100. Data were analysed with descriptive and inferential statistics. SETTING Aotearoa New Zealand. PARTICIPANTS The questionnaire was distributed to 716 of 852 medical students in second, fourth and sixth year, at the three campuses of the Otago Medical School. RESULTS The Self-Efficacy to Respond to Clinical Uncertainty (SERCU) questionnaire was completed by 495 participants (69% response rate) and found to be highly reliable (α=0.93). Exploratory factor analysis confirmed a unidimensional scale. A multiple linear regression model predicted self-efficacy scores from year of study, age, mode of entry, gender and ethnicity, F(11,470) = 4.252, p<0.001 adj. R²=0.069. Male students and those admitted to the programme 3 years postdegree or with significant allied health experience were predicted to have significantly higher self-efficacy scores. Year of study was not a significant predictor of average efficacy scores. CONCLUSIONS Our research contributes a novel, highly reliable questionnaire that uses self-efficacy to measure medical student responses to uncertainty. The questionnaire revealed that students' confidence in responding to uncertainty may be more related to their background and life experience than to progression through the curriculum. Medical educators and researchers can use the SERCU questionnaire to obtain a new perspective on how their students respond to uncertainty, inform future research and tailor teaching about uncertainty.
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- Ciara Lee
- Department of General Practice and Rural Health, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of General Practice and Rural Health, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Education Unit, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Education Unit, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Cen-Yagiz S, Aytac B. Assessing Maternal Attitudes: Development, Validation, and Psychometric Properties of the Mother-Child Reminiscing Scales. Psychol Rep 2023:332941231180140. [PMID: 37269232 DOI: 10.1177/00332941231180140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Mother-child participation in conversations about past events in early childhood has an invaluable influence on child development. While previous studies have focused on the investigation of maternal styles of talking about the past, the role of maternal attitudes towards reminiscing has been overlooked. This paper presents two studies on the development and validation of two separate scales that assess maternal attitudes in mother-child conversations: the Maternal Attitudes Towards Mother-Child Reminiscing Scale (MCRS) and MCRS-Context. DESIGN In Study 1, we have investigated the factor structure of the MCRS (N = 312) and MCRS-Context (N = 278) with a sample of mothers whose children aged between 3 and 7. In Study 2, we aimed to test the factor structure obtained by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) in Study 1 using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and we have investigated the psychometric properties of the scales with a different sample of 223 mothers. RESULTS EFA and CFA results have suggested four theoretically consistent factors of the MCRS (interest, competency, satisfaction and difficulty) and a one-factor structure for the MCRS-Context (general positive attitudes in comparison to other mothers). To test construct validity, the relationships with related independent scales were investigated, indicating generally significant and theoretically expected correlations. The test/re-test, Cronbach alpha and composite reliability scores indicated acceptable internal consistency for both scales. CONCLUSIONS The findings of both studies provided evidence for the validity and reliability of these scales in evaluating maternal attitudes towards mother-child conversations. It is thought that the studies presented here will provide useful insight for future studies for understanding the link between maternal cognitions and reminiscing practices in mother-child conversations and the effect of that link on child development.
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- Suzan Cen-Yagiz
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Letters, Hacettepe University, Turkey
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Letters, Hacettepe University, Turkey
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Raugh IM, Luther L, Bartolomeo LA, Gupta T, Ristanovic I, Pelletier-Baldelli A, Mittal VA, Walker EF, Strauss GP. Negative Symptom Inventory-Self-Report (NSI-SR): Initial development and validation. Schizophr Res 2023; 256:79-87. [PMID: 37172500 PMCID: PMC10262695 DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2023.04.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2022] [Revised: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/26/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Negative symptoms (i.e., anhedonia, avolition, asociality, blunted affect, alogia) are frequently observed in the schizophrenia-spectrum (SZ) and associated with functional disability. While semi-structured interviews of negative symptoms represent a gold-standard approach, they require specialized training and may be vulnerable to rater biases. Thus, brief self-report questionnaires measuring negative symptoms may be useful. Existing negative symptom questionnaires demonstrate that this approach may be promising in schizophrenia, but no measure has been devised for use across stages of psychotic illness. The present study reports initial psychometric validation of the Negative Symptom Inventory-Self-Report (NSI-SR), the self-report counterpart of the Negative Symptom Inventory-Psychosis Risk clinical interview. The NSI-SR is a novel transphasic negative symptoms measure assessing the domains of anhedonia, avolition, and asociality. The NSI-SR and related measures were administered to two samples: 1) undergraduates (n = 335), 2) community participants, including: SZ (n = 32), clinical-high risk for psychosis (CHR, n = 25), and healthy controls matched to SZ (n = 31) and CHR (n = 30). The psychometrically trimmed 11-item NSI-SR showed good internal consistency and a three-factor solution reflecting avolition, asociality, and anhedonia. The NSI-SR demonstrated convergent validity via moderate to large correlations with clinician-rated negative symptoms and related constructs in both samples. Discriminant validity was supported by lower correlations with positive symptoms in both samples; however, correlations with positive symptoms were still significant. These initial psychometric findings suggest that the NSI-SR is a reliable and valid brief questionnaire capable of measuring negative symptoms across phases of psychotic illness.
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- Ian M Raugh
- Department of Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Schmalbach I, Bastianon CD, Afifi WA, Franke GH, Hinz A, Petrowski K. Factor structure and psychometric properties of the german version chronic uncertainty scale (CU-20). BMC Psychol 2023; 11:173. [PMID: 37254124 PMCID: PMC10228435 DOI: 10.1186/s40359-023-01206-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The experience of uncertainty is ubiquitous and universal across the globe. Many available tools measuring uncertainty are focused on one aspect of uncertainty, e.g., patients with life-threatening illnesses, hence a measure considering (chronic) uncertainty as an integral experience reflect ongoing uncertainties from a socio-cultural perspective is missing. Additionally, current tools do not account for an extended timeframe to measure chronic forms of uncertainty. The objective of this study is to validate a translated German version of the 20 item Chronic Uncertainty Scale (CU-20). METHODS The full sample comprised N = 462 participants. Most of the participants were young German citizens and the sex distribution was relatively balanced (60% females; age in average: M = 24.56; SD = 4.78). Using equally split samples, an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) evaluated the CU-20 factor structure, followed by a confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) to test the established factor structure. Measurement invariance between male and female groups was evaluated. Internal consistency of the six-factor model was shown and scale discrimination was shown against chronic stress. RESULTS The EFA results showed decent model fit for the five-factor structure, however based on the CFA results, the theoretically established six-factor model fits the data significantly better. Measurement invariance between male and female groups was shown to be clearly scalar invariant. Cronbach's alpha, omega and lambda all support internal consistency and reliability of CU-20. CONCLUSIONS The CU-20 is a valid and reliable measure of one's state of chronic uncertainty reflecting the individuals' experiences of macrosocial forms of uncertainty, compared to the existing ones. This scale is especially useful in the context of migration, refugees or during global crises. Further psychometric testing is required in more diverse samples and a deeper look into measurement invariance is recommended.
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- Ileana Schmalbach
- Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Duesbergweg 6 (Campus), 55128, Mainz, Germany
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- Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Duesbergweg 6 (Campus), 55128, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Communication, University of California Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, USA
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- Psychology of Rehabilitation, University of Applied Sciences Magdeburg and Stendal, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine Carl Gustav Carus, Department of General, Technische Universität Dresden, Practice/MK3, Dresden, Germany.
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Grillo AR, Corneau GM, Vrshek-Schallhorn S. Relationship of cortisol and alpha amylase to behavioral engagement under three levels of negative evaluative psychosocial stress. Psychoneuroendocrinology 2023; 155:106308. [PMID: 37290377 DOI: 10.1016/j.psyneuen.2023.106308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Despite that behavioral engagement is integral to mental health, surprisingly little is known about the relationship of psychosocial stress and behavioral engagement. The current study developed an observer-rated measure of behavioral engagement for lab-based stress inductions, then examined its relationship with stress-responsive biomarkers and affect. Young adults (N = 109, Mage=19.4, SDage=1.59, 57% female) completed one of three Trier Social Stress Test (TSST) conditions-non-stressful Control, Intermediate, or an Explicit Negative Evaluative-and at four timepoints provided self-reports of positive and negative affect and saliva samples for cortisol and salivary alpha-amylase (sAA). Trained study staff (experimenters and TSST judges) completed a programmed questionnaire measure of the novel behavioral engagement measure after the participants completed the TSST. Psychometric review and EFA of the behavioral engagement items resulted in a final 8-item measure with good interrater reliability and well-fitting 2-factor structure, capturing Persistence (4 items; loadings=.41-.89), and Quality of Speech (4 items; loadings=.53-.92). Results indicated that the relationship of positive affect growth and biomarker level to behavioral engagement varied substantially as a function of context: As negative evaluation level strengthened, behavioral engagement became more tightly associated with relative preservation of positive affect. For both cortisol and sAA, the relationship between biomarker levels (but not reactivity) and behavioral engagement varied significantly by condition, such that under milder conditions and elevated levels of biomarkers, engagement was greater, but under Explicit Negative Evaluation, and elevated levels of biomarkers, engagement was less, suggesting behavioral withdrawal. Findings reveal the critical role of context-especially negative evaluation-in the relationship of biomarkers with behavioral engagement.
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- Department of Psychology, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA
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Realdon O, Adorni R, Ginelli D, Micucci D, Blasi V, Bellavia D, Schettini F, Carradore R, Polsinelli P, D'Addario M, Gui M, Messina V, Foglia E, Steca P, Mantovani F, Baglio F. Embedding the Patient-Citizen Perspective into an Operational Framework for the Development and the Introduction of New Technologies in Rehabilitation Care: The Smart&Touch-ID Model. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11111604. [PMID: 37297744 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11111604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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To date, at least 2.41 billion people with Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) are in need of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation care through innovative technologies is the ideal candidate to reach all people with NCDs in need. To obtain these innovative solutions available in the public health system calls for a rigorous multidimensional evaluation that, with an articulated approach, is carried out through the Health Technology Assessment (HTA) methodology. In this context, the aim of the present paper is to illustrate how the Smart&TouchID (STID) model addresses the need to incorporate patients' evaluations into a multidimensional technology assessment framework by presenting a feasibility study of model application with regard to the rehabilitation experiences of people living with NCDs. After sketching out the STID model's vision and operational process, preliminary evidence on the experiences and attitudes of patients and citizens on rehabilitation care will be described and discussed, showing how they operate, enabling the co-design of technological solutions with a multi-stakeholder approach. Implications for public health are discussed including the view on the STID model as a tool to be integrated into public health governance strategies aimed at tuning the agenda-setting of innovation in rehabilitation care through a participatory methodology.
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- Olivia Realdon
- Department of Human Sciences for Education, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Informatics, Systems, and Communication, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Informatics, Systems, and Communication, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- IRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi ONLUS, 20148 Milan, Italy
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- Centre for Health Economics, Social and Health Care Management, LIUC-Università Carlo Cattaneo, 20153 Castellanza (VA), Italy
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- Centre for Health Economics, Social and Health Care Management, LIUC-Università Carlo Cattaneo, 20153 Castellanza (VA), Italy
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- Department of Sociology and Social Research, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Sociology and Social Research, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Informatics, Systems, and Communication, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Centre for Health Economics, Social and Health Care Management, LIUC-Università Carlo Cattaneo, 20153 Castellanza (VA), Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Human Sciences for Education, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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Luebke SM, Engelmann I. Perceiving politicians as true to themselves: Development and validation of the perceived political authenticity scale. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0285344. [PMID: 37224107 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0285344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2023] Open
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The authenticity of political candidates receives increasing attention in political and academic discourse. Although being perceived as authentic is seen as a success factor in contemporary political communication, little attention has been paid to how citizens evaluate politicians' authenticity. The state of research thus lacks a valid instrument to measure citizens' perceptions of politicians' authenticity. This article addresses this gap in the literature and proposes a new multidimensional scale of perceived political authenticity. We conducted three consecutive studies to test the instrument's composition, performance, and validity and present a final 12-item scale. Results from an expert panel and two online quota surveys (Sample 1: N = 556, Sample 2: N = 1,210) show that citizens rely on three political authenticity dimensions to judge politicians' authenticity: ordinariness, consistency, and immediacy. Factor analyses were used to establish construct validity and demonstrate that the new scale is a robust and reliable measure. Finally, we find that higher perceived political authenticity for specific politicians is positively associated with party identification and the intention to vote for politicians.
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- Simon M Luebke
- Institute of Communication Science, Friedrich Schiller University, Jena, Germany
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- Institute of Communication Science, Friedrich Schiller University, Jena, Germany
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Berretta S, Tausch A, Peifer C, Kluge A. The Job Perception Inventory: considering human factors and needs in the design of human-AI work. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1128945. [PMID: 37287772 PMCID: PMC10243195 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1128945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023] Open
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Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is seen as a driver of change, especially in the context of business, due to its progressive development and increasing connectivity in operational practice. Although it changes businesses and organizations vastly, the impact of AI implementation on human workers with their needs, skills, and job identity is less considered in the development and implementation process. Focusing on humans, however, enables unlocking synergies as well as desirable individual and organizational outcomes. Methods The objective of the present study is (a) to develop a survey-based inventory from the literature on work research and b) a first validation with employees encountering an AI application. The Job Perception Inventory (JOPI) functions as a work-analytical tool to support the human-centered implementation and application of intelligent technologies. It is composed of established and self-developed scales, measuring four sections of work characteristics, job identity, perception of the workplace, and the evaluation of the introduced AI. Results Overall, the results from the first study from a series of studies presented in this article indicate a coherent survey inventory with reliable scales that can now be used for AI implementation projects. Discussion Finally, the need and relevance of the JOPI are discussed against the background of the manufacturing industry.
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- Sophie Berretta
- Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Institute of Psychology I, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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Fekih-Romdhane F, He J, Malaeb D, Dabbous M, Hallit R, Obeid S, Hallit S. Psychometric properties of the Arabic versions of the Three-Item Short Form of the modified Weight Bias Internalization Scale (WBIS-3) and the Muscularity Bias Internalization Scale (MBIS). J Eat Disord 2023; 11:82. [PMID: 37221616 DOI: 10.1186/s40337-023-00805-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of psychometrically sound measures to assess internalized weight and muscularity biases among Arabic-speaking people. To fill this gap, we sought to investigate the psychometric properties of Arabic translations of the Three-Item Short Form of the Modified Weight Bias Internalization Scale (WBIS-3) and the Muscularity Bias Internalization Scale (MBIS) in a sample of community adults. METHODS A total of 402 Lebanese citizens and residents enrolled in this cross-sectional study (mean age: 24.46 years (SD = 6.60); 55.2% females). Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was conducted using the principal-axis factoring and oblimin rotation to estimate parameters and the parallel analysis to determine the number of factors. CFA was conducted using the weighted least square mean and variance adjusted estimator which was recommended for ordinal CFA. RESULTS An Exploratory Factor Analysis of the WBIS-3 resulted in a robust single-factor solution for the three items. An examination of the factorial structure of the MBIS revealed a two-factor structure, which showed adequate model fit. We obtained excellent internal consistency as indicated by McDonald's ω coefficients of .87 for the WBIS-3 total score and ranging between .92 and .95 for the MBIS two factor scores. Cross-sex invariance of the MBIS was confirmed at the configural, metric, and scalar levels. Convergent validity was supported by significant correlations between the WBIS-3 and MBIS. Divergent and concurrent validity were approved by showing small to medium correlations between MBIS/WBIS-3 scores and muscle dysmorphia, disordered eating symptoms, and body image concerns. CONCLUSION Findings suggest that the Arabic versions of the WBIS-3 and MBIS are suitable for use in Arabic-speaking adults.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi Hospital, Manouba City, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- School of Humanities and Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 518172, Guangdong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Medical Gulf University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Bellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Notre Dame des Secours University Hospital, Postal Code 3, Byblos, Lebanon
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, 21478, Saudi Arabia.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Bitar Z, Rogoza R, Sarray El Dine A, Malaeb D, Rashid T, Obeid S, Hallit S. Validity and reliability of the arabic version of the self-report single-item self-esteem scale (A-SISE). BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:351. [PMID: 37217890 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-04865-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Meta-analytic findings documented a substantial impact of self-esteem on a broad range of psychological and behavioral indicators, thus highlighting its high clinical relevance. Proving a simple and cost-effective measure of global self-esteem to the Arabic-speaking community, who mostly live in low- and middle-income countries, and where research may be challenging, would be highly valuable. In this context, we sought to investigate the psychometric characteristics of an Arabic translation of the Single-Item Self-Esteem Scale (A-SISE) in terms of factor structure, reliability, and construct validity. METHODS A total of 451 participants were enrolled between October and December 2022. An anonymous self-administered Google Forms link was shared on WhatsApp. To examine the factor structure of the A-SISE, we used the FACTOR software. We conducted an exploratory factor analysis (EFA), using a principal component analysis on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) items first, then after adding the A-SISE. RESULTS The results of the EFA of the RSES revealed two factors (F1 = negatively-worded items; F2 = positively-worded items), which explained 60.63% of the common variance. When adding the A-SISE, the two-factor solution obtained explained 58.74% of the variance, with the A-SISE loading on the second factor. Both RSES and A-SISE correlated significantly and positively with each other, as well as with extroversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, open mindedness and satisfaction with life. Moreover, they correlated significantly and negatively with negative emotionality and depression. CONCLUSION These results suggest that the A-SISE is a simple-to-use, cost-effective, valid and reliable measure of self-esteem. We thus recommend its use in future research among Arabic-speaking people in Arab clinical and research settings, particularly when researchers are limited by time or resources constraints.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi Hospital, Manouba, 2010, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Paris-Saclay University, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
- Department of Psychology, University of Lleida, Lleida, Spain
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, 21478, Saudi Arabia
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, 21478, Saudi Arabia.
- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, 11931, Jordan.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
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Giani MS, Krawietz CE, Whittaker TA. The Role of Student Beliefs in Dual-Enrollment Courses. RESEARCH IN HIGHER EDUCATION 2023:1-30. [PMID: 37359447 PMCID: PMC10169146 DOI: 10.1007/s11162-023-09740-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Access to dual-enrollment courses, which allow high school students to earn college credit, is stratified by race/ethnicity, class, and geography. States and colleges have begun using multiple measures of readiness, including non-cognitive measures of student preparedness, in lieu of strict reliance on test scores in an attempt to expand and equalize access. This practice was accelerated by COVID-19 due to disruptions in standardized testing. However, limited research has examined how non-cognitive beliefs shape students' experiences and outcomes in dual-enrollment courses. We study a large dual-enrollment program created by a university in the Southwest to examine these patterns. We find that mathematics self-efficacy and educational expectations predict performance in dual-enrollment courses, even when controlling for students' academic preparedness, while factors such as high school belonging, college belonging, and self-efficacy in other academic domains are unrelated to academic performance. However, we find that students of color and first-generation students have lower self-efficacy and educational expectations before enrolling in dual-enrollment courses, in addition to having lower levels of academic preparation. These findings suggest that using non-cognitive measures to determine student eligibility for dual-enrollment courses could exacerbate, rather than ameliorate, inequitable patterns of participation. Students from historically marginalized populations may benefit from social-psychological as well as academic supports in order to receive maximum benefits from early postsecondary opportunities such as dual-enrollment. Our findings have implications for how states and dual-enrollment programs determine eligibility for dual-enrollment as well as how dual-enrollment programs should be designed and delivered in order to promote equity in college preparedness. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11162-023-09740-z.
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- Matt S. Giani
- The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712 USA
- 305 E. 23rd St., Austin, TX 78712 USA
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Gerges S, Hallit R, Hallit S. Stressors in hospitalized patients and their associations with mental health outcomes: testing perceived social support and spiritual well-being as moderators. BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:323. [PMID: 37161403 PMCID: PMC10169454 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-04833-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although hospitalization can be a burdensome experience for all patients, research into the sources of this distress and potential protective factors has so far been scattered, specifically among the broad hospitalized population across all disease types and inpatient units. The present study explores the frequency and nature of the foremost experienced hassles among a sample of Lebanese hospitalized patients, tracing their correlations with depression and anxiety while also investigating positive coping (i.e., perceived social support and spiritual well-being) as potential moderator of these relationships. METHODS A total of 452 Lebanese inpatients from all medical units filled a survey composed of a list of 38 stressors experienced during hospitalization and other measures assessing depression, anxiety, perceived social support, and spiritual well-being. RESULTS Pain was the most common stressor experienced by the patients (88.9%), followed by the feeling of being overwhelmed (80.3%). When conducting a factor analysis, 18 stressors loaded on 4 distinct factors, hence yielding 4 main stressor groups (i.e., Illness Apprehension, Hopelessness/Uselessness, Social Isolation, and Spiritual Concerns). The multivariable analysis showed that increased illness apprehension (Beta = 0.69) and hopelessness (Beta = 1.37), being married (Beta = 1.17) or divorced (Beta = 1.38) compared to single, being admitted in a two-bed room compared to one-bed (Beta = 1.59), higher financial burden (Beta = 0.24), and lower socio-economic status (Beta = 1.60) were significantly associated with higher anxiety. Additionally, increased hopelessness (Beta = 0.82) and being married (Beta = 0.79) compared to single were significantly associated with higher depression. However, among patients experiencing high levels of stressors, those with high spiritual well-being and perceived social support had lower depressive/anxiety symptoms. CONCLUSION Our study characterized the principal stressors encountered during hospitalization, underscoring their associations with Lebanese inpatients' mental health. On the other hand, as perceived social support and spiritual well-being acted as negative moderators of these associations, intervention programs aimed at enhancing such adaptive coping techniques are strongly called upon to palliate the psychological distress of patients in hospital settings.
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- Sarah Gerges
- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Notre Dame, Secours University Hospital Center, Street 93, Postal Code 3, Byblos, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Bellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Applied Science research Center, Applied Science private university, Amman, Jordan.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
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Koçak Ö, Göksu İ. Engagement of Higher Education Students in Live Online Classes: Scale Development and Validation. TECHTRENDS : FOR LEADERS IN EDUCATION & TRAINING 2023; 67:534-549. [PMID: 37216140 PMCID: PMC10159832 DOI: 10.1007/s11528-023-00849-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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This study aimed to develop and validate the Live Online Classes Engagement Scale (LOCES) to measure higher education (HE) students' live online classes (LOCs) engagement levels. The scale items were created after reviewing the studies focusing on engagement and those developing engagement scales. For validity and reliability, data were collected from 1039 students (Female = 749, Male = 290) who were receiving distance education via LOCs in 34 different departments of 21 universities in Turkey. As a result of exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, a structure with six factors (social, instructional, technological, emotional, behavioral, and withdrawal) and 46 items was obtained. The total variance explained was 63.45%. As a result, the LOCES met the criteria necessary for validity and reliability. In conclusion, the LOCES can be used to measure the engagement levels of HE students in LOCs. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11528-023-00849-7.
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- Ömer Koçak
- Department of Information & Document Management, Educational Technology, Ataturk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
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- Department of Educational Sciences, Educational Technology, Mardin Artuklu University, 47100 Mardin, Turkey
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Borowski E, Stathopoulos A. Nowhere to go? A study of marginalization, social connection, and mental health outcomes among young adults experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic. JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH 2023; 30:101589. [PMID: 37008981 PMCID: PMC9968624 DOI: 10.1016/j.jth.2023.101589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2022] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic onset necessitated large-scale closures of third places, potentially exacerbating social barriers experienced by young adults in the United States. To better understand the role of urban form in facilitating socialization, we examine the effects of pandemic-based third place closures on mental health outcomes as mediated by changes in social connection. Because identifying as a racial, gender, or sexual minority can compound baseline disadvantages rooted in systemic inequities, we investigate outcome differences for non-white, woman/nonbinary, and LGBTQ+ young adults to disentangle identity-based nuances of the pandemic experience. METHODS In February 2021, we administered a web-based survey with retrospective name and place generators to 313 18-to-34-year-olds in California, Illinois, and Texas. A structural equation model is estimated showing the direct and indirect effects of physical and virtual mobility constraints on mental health. RESULTS Both the closure of third places and dissatisfaction with alternative social spaces are associated with the deterioration of social connections and mental health. The strongest direct predictor of mental health decline is dissatisfaction with virtual socialization (more significant for women and nonbinary respondents). Surprisingly, two distinct categories of third places (i.e., 'civic' and 'commercial') reveal different relationships with social connections and mental health outcomes. Asian, other non-white, and non-heterosexual young adults experienced greater 'civic' visit reduction, while those with intersecting identities of low income and woman/nonbinary or Black experienced greater 'commercial' visit reduction. CONCLUSIONS Physical and virtual mobility reductions contributed to the inequitable mental health outcomes experienced by young adults during the pandemic. This highlights the potential for a careful redesign of physical and virtual social spaces to support feelings of belonging/safety and spontaneous 'weak tie' interactions, encourages further investigation of social infrastructure's role in facilitating the maintenance of social connections and mental health, and reveals the value of examining differences in mobility-related experiences across social identities.
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- Elisa Borowski
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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Efstratopoulou M, Opoku MP, El Howeris H, AlQahtani O. Assessing children at risk in the United Arab Emirates: Validation of the Arabic version of the Motor Behaviour Checklist (MBC) for use in primary school settings. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2023; 136:104489. [PMID: 36958128 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2023.104489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 02/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Motor Behaviour Checklist (MBC) was designed to assist classroom and physical education (PE) teachers in assessing their students' motor-related behaviours. Studies on identification and behaviour problems among children in classrooms are rare in the Arabian context, including in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). AIM This study examines the structural and discriminant validity of the Arabic version of the MBC and assesses the effects of gender, age and type of disability on children's behaviour. METHODS Three groups of children (N = 304) aged 6-12 years were rated by their teachers based on 59 items in the Arabic version of the MBC. RESULTS The results of exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, as well as a configural invariance analysis of the data, indicated that the Arabic version of the MBC is a valid measurement for assessing behavioural problems in children in the UAE. The results of the multivariate analysis of variance showed gender differences among the children rated by their teachers; the boys in the sample scored higher on all problem scales. The results also showed differences according to the type of disability: children with autism spectrum disorder and attention disorder hyperactivity disorder scored higher than their typically developing peers on most of the problem scales. CONCLUSION The findings of the study provide theoretical support for the use of MBC as a valid instrument to assess children at risk in the UAE. The implications of the study and recommendations for tailored interventions in children with diverse needs and characteristics are discussed.
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- Maria Efstratopoulou
- Department of Special Education, College of Education, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates.
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- Department of Special Education, College of Education, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Special Education, College of Education, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Special Education, College of Education, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates
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Rojo M, Beltrán-Garrayo L, Del Blanco-Barredo MDC, Sepúlveda AR. Spanish validation of two social media appearance-related constructs associated with disordered eating in adolescents: The Appearance-related Social Media Consciousness scale (ASMC) and the Critical Thinking about Media Messages scale (CTMM). Body Image 2023; 45:401-413. [PMID: 37137258 DOI: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2023.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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Appearance-related constructs underlying social media are negatively associated with mental health. However, their impact on the Spanish population is still unexplored. The present study aimed to validate the Spanish versions of two appearance-related scales: (1) the appearance-related social media consciousness (ASMC) scale; and (2) the critical thinking about media messages (CTMM) scale. Translation and cultural adaptation of the scales were carried out. The scales' psychometric properties were assessed using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, measurement invariance across gender (boys vs. girls) and age groups (early adolescents vs. middle adolescents), internal consistency, and convergent validity. The sample included 803 Spanish secondary school adolescents aged between 12 and 18 (Mage = 15.1, 47.9% girls, 47.2% boys, 4.9% non-binary gender/others). The exploratory factor analyses replicated original one-factor structures of both scales, which was verified using confirmatory factor analysis. Regarding the ASMC Scale, a re-specified model (allowing for error correlations between Items 1-2) presented an adequate fit. Both models were invariant across gender and age groups. Excellent internal consistency was found. Bivariate correlations between the ASMC and eating disorders related variables (body esteem, disordered eating, self-esteem, sociocultural attitudes towards appearance, and general mental health) supported its convergent validity and proved ASMC to be a potential target for future preventive eating disorder interventions. However, the CTMM scale correlated only with sociocultural pressures, thus, further research is needed to assess the validity of the CTMM in Spanish samples.
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- Marta Rojo
- Faculty of Psychology, Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain.
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Rahme D, Dabbous M, Malaeb D, Hallit S, Obeid S. The mediating effect of body appreciation between muscle dysmorphia and bulimia nervosa among Lebanese adolescents. BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:275. [PMID: 37081413 PMCID: PMC10116797 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-04772-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Muscle dysmorphia (MD) is a common psychological disorder present in Lebanese adolescents. Several disorders can be present concomitantly with MD such as bulimia nervosa and exercise addiction. This study aims to explore the mediating effect of body appreciation between Muscle dysmorphia and bulimia nervosa, and to validate the exercise addiction inventory scale in Lebanese adolescents. METHODS This was a cross-sectional designed study, conducted between August-September 2022, and enrolling 403 adolescents currently residing in Lebanon (15 to 18 years old), from all Lebanese governorates (Beirut, Mount Lebanon, North, South, and Bekaa). Our sample was chosen using the snowball technique, a soft copy of the questionnaire was created using google forms software, and an online approach was conceived to proceed with the data collection. RESULTS The mean age of the participants was 16.63 ± 1.46 years with 57.3% females. The factor analysis for the Exercise Addiction Inventory suggested one factor, which explained 62.58% of the common variance. The confirmatory factor analysis revealed an adequate fit to the model with satisfactory Maximum Likelihood Chi-Square/Degrees of Freedom (χ2/df), SRMR, CFI, TLI, and AVE. The mediation analysis showed that the direct relation between bulimia and MD was not significant after eliminating the effect of body appreciation (r = .12, p < .001). However, body appreciation was significantly associated with bulimia nervosa (r=-1.06, p < .001) and MD (r=-.28, p < .001). CONCLUSION Body appreciation was found to be a mediator between muscle dysmorphia and bulimia nervosa and thus it is the main factor leading to both disorders. Therefore, body appreciation should be addressed in the evaluation and management of Muscle Dysmorphia.
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- Deema Rahme
- Pharmacy Practice Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, 11931, Jordan.
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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Önal G, Huri M, Karakükçü M, Demir HA. The Resilience Scale for Parents of Children with Cancer: Scale development and psychometric evaluation. Psychooncology 2023. [PMID: 37060214 DOI: 10.1002/pon.6137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2023] [Indexed: 04/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to develop a Resilience Scale for Parents of Children with Cancer (RSP-CC) designed specifically for parents of children with cancer and to evaluate its psychometric properties. METHODS Based on the Resilience Model for Families of Children with Cancer, items were created after an extensive literature review and evaluated through expert consultation and a pilot study. Psychometric evaluation was conducted with the parents of 601 children with cancer in the pediatric hematology oncology services of different hospitals in the Ankara and Kayseri provinces in Turkey. RESULTS A 4-factor structure was illustrated by exploratory factor analysis and confirmed by confirmatory factor analysis, explaining 62.192% of the total variance. In the reliability analysis of the scale, Interclass correlation = 0.993 and Cronbach's alpha = 0.994 were found for the scale. Robust correlation coefficients were found between test-retest, and the correlation between the two measurements was statistically significant (r = 0.990; p ˂ 0.001). As a result, the validity of a 24-item scale structure consisting of 4 dimensions was validated. CONCLUSIONS It may be said that the RSP-CC meets the necessary criteria to examine the resilience in parents of children aged 0-18 with a cancer diagnosis, and its psychometric properties are reasonable sufficient.
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- Gözde Önal
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Ankara Medipol University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Private Ankara Memorial Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Sanabria-Mazo JP, Doval E, Bernadàs A, Angarita-Osorio N, Colomer-Carbonell A, Evans-Lacko S, Thornicroft G, Luciano JV, Rubio-Valera M. Over 40 years (1981-2023) assessing stigma with the Community Attitudes to Mental Illness (CAMI) scale: a systematic review of its psychometric properties. Syst Rev 2023; 12:66. [PMID: 37060031 PMCID: PMC10103533 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-023-02230-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The Community Attitudes to Mental Illness (CAMI) scale measures social stigma towards people with mental illness. Although it has been used worldwide, the psychometric properties of the CAMI have not been systematically reviewed. The main aim of this study was to systematically review the psychometric properties of the different versions of the CAMI more than 40 years after of its publication. METHODS A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and EMBASE from 1981 (year of publication) to 2023 (present). A double review was performed for eligibility, data extraction, and quality assessment. RESULTS A total of 15 studies enrolling 10,841 participants were included. The most frequently reported factor structure comprises 3 or 4 factors. Overall, the internal consistency seems adequate for the global scale (α ≥ 0.80), except for CAMI-10 (α = 0.69). Internal consistency of the subscales are not supported, with authoritarianism being the weakest factor (α = 0.27 to 0.68). The stability over time of the total scale has been assessed in the CAMI-40, CAMI-BR, and CAMI-10 (r ≥ 0.39). Few studies have assessed the temporal stability of the CAMI subscales. Most of the correlations with potentially related measures are significant and in the expected direction. CONCLUSIONS The 3 and 4 factor structure are the most widely reported in the different versions of the CAMI. Even though reliability and construct validity are acceptable, further item refinement by international consensus seems warranted more than 40 years after the original publication. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO identification number: CRD42018098956.
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- Juan P Sanabria-Mazo
- Teaching, Research & Innovation Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Catalonia, Spain
- Centre for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
- Department of Basics, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Psychobiology and Methodology of Health Sciences, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Teaching, Research & Innovation Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Catalonia, Spain
- Department of Basics, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Mental Health Research Group, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute (IMIM), Barcelona, Spain
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- Teaching, Research & Innovation Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Catalonia, Spain
- Centre for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
- Department of Basics, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Care Policy and Evaluation Centre, London School of Economics and Political Science, London, UK
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- Centre for Global Mental Health and Centre for Implementation Science, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, Kin's College London, London, UK
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- Teaching, Research & Innovation Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Catalonia, Spain.
- Centre for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain.
- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Teaching, Research & Innovation Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Catalonia, Spain
- Centre for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Malaeb D, Dabbous M, Hallit R, Obeid S, Hallit S. Psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the external and internal shame scale (EISS). BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:242. [PMID: 37041474 PMCID: PMC10091838 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-04729-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The concept of shame in Arab societies displays multiple differences when compared to Western societies in terms of nature, sources, types, and correlates. Surprisingly, we could not find any study investigating this increasingly important construct in Arab countries or the broad Arabic-speaking communities. This may likely be due to the lack of valid instruments assessing shame in the Arabic language. To address this major gap and contribute to the international literature, we sought to examine the psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the External and Internal Shame Scale (EISS) among a community sample of Arabic-speaking adults from Lebanon. METHODS An online survey was conducted among Lebanese adults between July and August 2022. A total of 570 Lebanese adults completed the EISS, as well as Depression Anxiety Stress Scales, Other as shamer scale, and the Standardized Stigmatization Questionnaire. Exploratory-to-confirmatory (EFA-CFA) factor analyses were conducted. RESULTS Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses supported a unidimensional model of EISS scores, with all eight items retained. Scores achieved scalar invariance across gender, with no significant difference reported between females and males. EISS scores were found to have adequate composite reliability (McDonald's ω = 0.88 for the total score); as well as adequate patterns of correlations with depression, anxiety and stress symptoms, as well as stigmatization scores. Finally, our analyses provide support to the concurrent validity of the Arabic version of the scale, by showing that the EISS total scores strongly correlated with the external shame measure "other as shamer". CONCLUSION Although further validations are necessary before our findings could be generalized, we preliminarily suggest that this is a short, easy-to-use, self-report scale that enables a reliable and valid measure of the shame construct among Arabic-speaking people.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry "Ibn Omrane", Razi hospital, Manouba, 2010, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Bellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh, Lebanon
- Department of Infectious Disease, Notre Dame des Secours University Hospital Center, Street 93, Byblos, Postal Code 3, Lebanon
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon.
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon.
- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah, 21478, Saudi Arabia.
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon.
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan.
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Kim W, Kim J, Baltimore K, Kim I. Adaptation of the All Aspects of Health Literacy Scale (AAHLS) for Karen refugees: factor analysis. SOCIAL WORK IN HEALTH CARE 2023; 62:143-161. [PMID: 37036027 DOI: 10.1080/00981389.2023.2199795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 03/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Health literacy has been identified as a significant predictor of healthcare utilization among refugee and immigrant communities. Considering its potential impact on their health outcomes, accurately measuring levels of health literacy among limited English proficiency (LEP) populations is an important area of investigation. This study examined the psychometric properties of a modified version of the All Aspects of Health Literacy Scale (AAHLS), based on Nutbeam's model of health literacy, using an exploratory factor (EFA) and confirmatory factor (CFA) analysis among a sample of Karen refugees, an ethnic minority group from Burma. Results of the EFA confirmed a 3-factor model in our sample. CFA results indicated good model fits, demonstrating a promising use of the AAHLS in assessing health literacy among Karen refugees. The findings of this study support the validity of using this measure among this population and suggest some necessary adjustments to incorporate factors unique to the refugee experience that may affect the interpretation and application of items in the AAHLS. Further replication using other LEP samples is necessary to confirm the psychometric properties of the AAHLS and its ability to assess health literacy using Nutbeam's theoretical model of health literacy.
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- Wooksoo Kim
- The Immigrant and Refugee Research Institute, School of Social Work, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- School of Social Work, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- The Immigrant and Refugee Research Institute, School of Social Work, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- The Immigrant and Refugee Research Institute, School of Social Work, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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Franco-Martínez A, Alvarado JM, Sorrel MA. Range Restriction Affects Factor Analysis: Normality, Estimation, Fit, Loadings, and Reliability. EDUCATIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL MEASUREMENT 2023; 83:262-293. [PMID: 36866065 PMCID: PMC9972127 DOI: 10.1177/00131644221081867] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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A sample suffers range restriction (RR) when its variance is reduced comparing with its population variance and, in turn, it fails representing such population. If the RR occurs over the latent factor, not directly over the observed variable, the researcher deals with an indirect RR, common when using convenience samples. This work explores how this problem affects different outputs of the factor analysis: multivariate normality (MVN), estimation process, goodness-of-fit, recovery of factor loadings, and reliability. In doing so, a Monte Carlo study was conducted. Data were generated following the linear selective sampling model, simulating tests varying their sample size ( N = 200 and 500 cases), test size ( J = 6, 12, 18, and 24 items), loading size ( L = .50, .70, and .90), and restriction size (from R = 1, .90, .80, and so on till .10 selection ratio). Our results systematically suggest that an interaction between decreasing the loading size and increasing the restriction size affects the MVN assessment, obstructs the estimation process, and leads to an underestimation of the factor loadings and reliability. However, most of the MVN tests and most of the fit indices employed were nonsensitive to the RR problem. We provide some recommendations to applied researchers.
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Ibáñez-Tomás E, Ballester-Arnal R, Elipe-Miravet M, Gasch-Gallén À. Psychometric Properties of the Sexual Compulsivity Scale in Men Who Have Sex with Men in Spanish Population. AIDS Behav 2023; 27:1211-1221. [PMID: 36125565 PMCID: PMC10036450 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-022-03858-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The Sexual Compulsivity Scale (SCS) has been translated, adapted and validated in general Spanish population, making its application difficult in certain groups, such as men who have sex with men (MSM). This paper evaluates the psychometric properties of the SCS in a sample of MSM in Spain. The SCS was administered to 881 participants. The factorial structure of the SCS was examined with an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Both EFA and CFA confirmed a two-factor structure: (1) Interference of sexual behavior, and (2) Failure to control sexual impulses. Internal consistency was really good for the scale and also for both factors. The SCS also presented adequate psychometric properties. Thus, it is an appropriate measure for assessing sexual compulsivity in MSM, and a tool to be taken into account in future researches to reduce sexual risk behaviors in the MSM Spanish population.
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- Eduardo Ibáñez-Tomás
- Department of Physiatry and Nursing, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Servicio Aragonés de Salud (SALUD), Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Basic and Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Universitat Jaume I de Castellón, Castellón de la Plana, Spain.
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- Department of Basic and Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Universitat Jaume I de Castellón, Castellón de la Plana, Spain
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- Department of Physiatry and Nursing, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
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Fekih-Romdhane F, Jiang C, Obeid S, Malaeb D, Chammas N, Fawaz M, Soufia M, Meng R, Hallit S. Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Intuitive Eating Scale-2 (IES-2) in a sample of community adults. J Eat Disord 2023; 11:53. [PMID: 37005688 PMCID: PMC10067204 DOI: 10.1186/s40337-023-00782-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND There is a growing attention on intuitive eating (IE) styles in the Western world that has not yet reached Arab countries, which is likely due to the lack of psychometrically sound measures of the IE construct for Arabic-speaking people. The current study aims to examine the psychometric properties of an Arabic translation of the most widely used measure of IE-the Intuitive Eating Scale-2 (IES-2), in an Arabic-speaking community population from Lebanon. METHODS Two samples of Arabic-speaking community adults from Lebanon (sample 1: n = 359, 59.9% females, age 22.75 ± 7.04 years; sample 2: n = 444, 72.7% females, age 27.25 ± 9.53 years) were recruited through online convenience sampling. The translation and back-translation method was applied to the IES-2 for linguistic validation. Factorial validity was investigated using an Exploratory Factor Analysis & Confirmatory Factor Analysis strategy. Composite reliability and sex invariance were examined. We also tested convergent and criterion-related validity through correlations with other theoretically plausible constructs. RESULTS Nine out of the original 23 items were removed because they either loaded below 0.40 and/or cross-loaded too highly on multiple factors. This resulted in four domains (Unconditional Permission to Eat, Eating for Physical Rather than Emotional Reasons, Reliance on Hunger and Satiety Cues, and Body-Food Choice Congruence) and 14 items retained. Internal reliability estimates were excellent, with McDonald's ω values ranging from 0.828 to 0.923 for the four factors. Multigroup analysis established configural, thresholds, metric, scalar, strict invariance across gender. Finally, higher IES-2 total scores were significantly correlated with lower body dissatisfaction scores and more positive eating attitudes, thus attesting to convergent and criterion-related validity of the scale. CONCLUSIONS The current findings provide preliminary evidence for the appropriate psychometric qualities of the Arabic 14-item, four-factor structure IES-2; thereby supporting its use at least among Arabic-speaking community adults.
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- Feten Fekih-Romdhane
- The Tunisian Center of Early Intervention in Psychosis, Department of Psychiatry “Ibn Omrane”, Razi Hospital, 2010 Manouba, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia
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- School of Public Health, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121 People’s Republic of China
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- Social and Education Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon
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- College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Beirut Arab University, Tareek Al Jadida, Afeef Al Tiba, Beirut, 1105 Lebanon
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
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- School of Public Health, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, 311121 People’s Republic of China
- Engineering Research Center of Mobile Health Management System, Ministry of Education, Hangzhou, 311121 People’s Republic of China
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- School of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, P.O. Box 446, Jounieh, Lebanon
- Psychology Department, College of Humanities, Effat University, Jeddah 21478, Saudi Arabia
- Research Department, Psychiatric Hospital of the Cross, Jal Eddib, Lebanon
- Applied Science Research Center, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
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