Psychometric properties and factor structure of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey Instrument in a sample of Spanish older adults

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina G. Dumitrache ◽  
Laura Rubio ◽  
José Luis Cabezas Casado ◽  
Eulogio Cordón-Pozo
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Survey Instrument ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Outcomes Study

scholarly journals Validation of the Colombian MOS social support survey

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 142-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nora Helena Londoño Arredondo
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Survey Instrument ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Confirmatory Analysis ◽  
Outcomes Study ◽  
Favorable Structure

Perceived social support is considered to be a variable of great importance in the health – disease continuum. Perceived social support refers to one’s confidence that social support or resources are available if needed. The objectives of this research study were to (1) translate and culturally adapt the Medical Outcomes Study – Social Support Survey (MOS; Sherbourne y Stewart, 1991) for the Colombian population, and (2) validate the Colombian version of the MOS. The survey instrument measures perceived social support and was developed for a study of outcomes in patients with chronic disease. The sample consisted of 179 participants (36.7% men and 63.3% women), mean age 38.4 (SD =15.2, range 17 to 86 years) recruited from different cities in Colombia. The results indicated a favorable Cronbach's alpha between components ranging from .921 to .736. A confirmatory analysis was conducted, obtaining a favorable structure for both 4 and 3 factors.

Psychometric properties of the Malay version of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) in a sample of patients with HIV

2016 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Norkhafizah Saddki ◽  
Zaharah Sulaiman ◽  
Sarimah Abdullah ◽  
Norzila Zakaria ◽  
Norsarwany Mohamad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Outcomes Study

The factor structure of the Medical Outcomes Study–Social Support Survey: A comparison of different models in a sample of recently diagnosed cancer patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 108 ◽  
pp. 32-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amador Priede ◽  
Yolanda Andreu ◽  
Paula Martínez ◽  
Andrea Conchado ◽  
María Ruiz-Torres ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Outcomes Study

Systematic Review and Critical Analysis of Measures of Social Support Used in Studies of Persons With Type 2 Diabetes

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 74E-107E ◽  
Author(s):  
Tariq N. Al-Dwaikat ◽  
Lynne A. Hall
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Single Measure ◽  
Support Measures ◽  
Outcomes Study

Background and Purpose: Social support is linked to improved glycemic control and psychosocial well-being of patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The purpose was to critically evaluate the psychometric properties of social support measures used in this population. Method: A systematic review of measures of social support was performed using 5 databases. Two hundred and fifty-six studies were initially retrieved, and 48 studies met the inclusion criteria for review. Results: The majority used general measures of perceived social support. Only 17% measured positive and negative social support; 92% used a single measure of social support. The Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) was used in 25% of the studies. Conclusions: Using a combination of social support measures and further evaluation of their psychometric properties in this population is recommended.

Psychometric properties of the eight-item modified Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey based on Spanish outpatients

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (7) ◽  
pp. 2073-2078 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paloma Gómez-Campelo ◽  
Elisa M. Pérez-Moreno ◽  
Carmen de Burgos-Lunar ◽  
Carmen Bragado-Álvarez ◽  
Rodrigo Jiménez-García ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Outcomes Study

scholarly journals Construct validity of the Brazilian version of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) in a sample of elderly users of the primary healthcare system

2019 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 340-347
Author(s):  
Miriane Lucindo Zucoloto ◽  
Scarlet Feitosa Santos ◽  
Natalia Akemi Yamada Terada ◽  
Edson Zangiacomi Martinez
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Primary Healthcare ◽  
Correlation Matrix ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Polychoric Correlation ◽  
Healthcare Facilities ◽  
Outcomes Study ◽  
Elderly Users

Abstract Objective To assess the psychometric properties of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) considering a sample of elderly users of the primary healthcare facilities of Ribeirão Preto, state of São Paulo, southeast Brazil. Methods The MOS-SSS is a widely used measurement of social support in different contexts, consisting of 19 items with answer categories that range on a 7-point rating scale. Data collection regarding the psychometric properties of the MOS-SSS was performed in a stratified sample of elderly users of primary healthcare facilities of Ribeirão Preto. Data were collected at five district basic health units located in the city through face-to-face interviews. Polychoric correlation matrix and exploratory (EFA) and confirmatory (CFA) factor analyses were performed. Results A total of 357 elderly subjects aged 60 years or older participated in the study (62.7% females). According to the polychoric correlation matrix, higher coefficients of correlation (> 0.90) were detected among 12 pairs of items and grouped into four factors, as suggested for EFA. The results of the CFA confirmed the construct validity of the four-factor structure of the MOS-SSS when applied to our sample, as well as the stability of this model in distinct subsamples. Conclusion The four-factor structure of the MOS-SSS was found to be suitable and presented adequate construct validity for the assessment of social support in elderly users of primary healthcare facilities.

scholarly journals Translation, Adaption, and Psychometric Testing of the Myanmar Version of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey for People Living With HIV/AIDS

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feifei Huang ◽  
Wei-Ti Chen ◽  
Sai Htun Lin ◽  
Min San Tun ◽  
Thet Wai Nwe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Medical Outcomes ◽  
Outcomes Study ◽  
Fit Index ◽  
Living With Hiv

Introduction: Valid and reliable instruments are crucial for measuring perceived social support among people living with HIV (PLHIV). We aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the English version of the 19-item Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) adapted for PLHIV in Myanmar.Methods: Based on a standard cross-cultural procedure, we adapted the MOS-SSS and formed a Myanmar version of the scale (MOS-SSS-M), and then tested its validity and reliability. A sample of 250 eligible PLHIV was collected from a closed Facebook group that included more than 10,000 Myanmars, most of whom were PLHIV.Results: The MOS-SSS-M achieved a Cronbach’s α of 0.82–0.95. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed an acceptable fit index for the four-factor structure. Construct validity was demonstrated by significant association with self-reported HIV stigma and stress levels, and further confirmed by the findings of Rasch analysis.Conclusion: The MOS-SSS-M with a four-factor structure can be used to measure the level and categories of perceived social support among PLHIV in Myanmar.

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