Perseverative Thinking Questionnaire: Confirmatory factor analysis with two different samples

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S377-S378 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Azevedo ◽  
A.T. Pereira ◽  
A.P. Amaral ◽  
V. Nogueira ◽  
M.J. Soares ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Cognitive Process ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Dimensional Structure ◽  
Cognitive Interference ◽  
Negative Thinking ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Competing Interest ◽  
Perseverative Thinking

IntroductionPerseverative Negative Thinking (PNT) is a transdiagnostic cognitive process [1] characterized by repetitiveness, intrusiveness and difficulties to disengage (Ehring, 2011). The Perseverative Thinking Questionnaire (PTQ-15; [2]) is a self-reported instrument, developed to evaluate these characteristics. The Portuguese version assess two meaningful dimensions – Repetitive thoughts (RT); and Cognitive interference and unproductiveness (CIU) [3].AimTo confirm the bi-dimensional structure of the PTQ-15 using Confirmatory Factor Analysis, in two distinct samples.MethodA sample composed of 256 students (Mean age = 20.58 ± 1.870; 78.1% girls) and a sample composed of 480 adults from the community (parents of the students; mean age = 50.84 ± 5.310; 53.1% women) filled the PTQ-15. We used software AMOS.ResultsThe second-order model of PTQ-15 with two dimensions presented good fit, in both students (CMIN = 2.449; RMSEA = 0.075; CFI = 0.958, TLI = 0.949, PGFI = 0.776; P < 0.001) and their parents (CMIN = 3.46; RMSEA = 0.072, CFI = 0.955, TLI = 0.942, PGFI = 0.632; P < 0.001). Internal consistency of the total scale, measured though Cronbach's alpha was α = 0.95/0.94; both factors presented good/excellent reliability: repetitive thoughts (a = 0.93/0.92); cognitive interference and unproductiveness (a = 0.88/0.92).ConclusionTaken together, both CFAs provided additional evidence that PTQ-15 is an adequate measure for perseverative thinking.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals Validation and invariance across gender of the Beliefs About Appearance Scale (BAAS) in a community sample of heterosexual adults in a committed relationship

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 126-135
Author(s):  
Patrícia M. Pascoal ◽  
Maria-João Alvarez ◽  
Magda Sofia Roberto
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Original Structure ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Factorial Model ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Body Appearance

Abstract Objective To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Beliefs About Appearance Scale (BAAS) in terms of its factorial structure and invariance, reliability, and validity when applied to adults from the community. Methods Participants consisted of 810 heterosexual Portuguese individuals in a committed relationship. As a confirmatory factor analysis did not support the original structure of the BAAS, an exploratory factor analysis was performed. Results A 12-item version was extracted comprising two dimensions: one personal and the other social. The factorial model depicting this bidimensional structure revealed an adequate fit following confirmatory factor analysis. Multigroup confirmatory factor analyses indicated invariance across gender. Concurrent and discriminant validities and internal consistency were estimated and observed to be adequate. Conclusions This shorter measure of the BAAS can accurately assess body appearance beliefs and may be used in different research settings and contexts.

Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the Hewitt & Flett Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale-13 (H&F-MPS13)

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S257-S257
Author(s):  
M.J. Soares ◽  
C. Marques ◽  
A.T. Pereira ◽  
A.I. Araújo ◽  
N. Madeira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Short Version ◽  
Correlated Errors ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analyses ◽  
Competing Interest

IntroductionH&F Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale is a widely used measure of perfectionism developed to measure Self-oriented perfectionism (SOP), Socially-prescribed perfectionism (SPP) and Other-oriented perfectionism (OOP) dimensions. The original scale comprises 45-likert items. We have previously developed a short version of The H&F-MPS, with 13 items, showing adequate validity in a sample of university students, using principal component analyses method with factors varimax rotation.ObjectiveTo examine the factor structure of the H&F-MPS13 with confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), using a different sample of Portuguese university students.MethodsThe sample comprises 245 university students (68.9% females), with a mean age of 20.95 years (SD= 2.19; range= 17–33) who completed the H&F-MPS13. CFA was used to test the model suggested by prior exploratory factor analyses of H&F-MPS13.ResultsAfter correlated errors, we obtained a good fit for the second-order factor (X2/d= 2.577; CFI= 0.928; GFI= 0.915, RMSEA= 0.080; P[rmsea ≤ 0.05] = 0.001). The H&F-MPS13 showed acceptable internal consistency (α= 0.77) and the three dimensions presented Cronbach's alphas ranging between acceptable and good (α OOP = 0.67; SPP = 0.73; SOP = 0.89).ConclusionsThe H&F-MPS13 obtained through CFA is a reliable and valid measure to assess perfectionism in Portuguese university students.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals Validity and Reliability of The Authentic Happiness Scale

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-20
Author(s):  
Esat Sanli ◽  
Seher Balci Celik ◽  
Cem Gencoglu
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Emotional State ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Fit Indices ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Psychometric Characteristics ◽  
Authentic Happiness ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

Studies on the concept of happiness have led to questions about whether all symptoms of happiness correspond to a real and healthy emotional state. Therefore, in this research, a scale was developed to examine the concept of “authentic happiness” coined by Seligman. Firstly, literature that explains authentic happiness and defines its relationship to other psychological concepts was reviewed, and then a theoretical framework was developed based on this information and the psychometric characteristics of the scale were introduced. The results of the confirmatory factor analysis revealed that the fit indices were compatible with twodimensional structure. These two dimensions have been entitled as “Authentic Happiness” and “Fluctuating Happiness”. Based on the findings of the present study, the Authentic Happiness Scale (AHS) is a reliable and valid scale to determine the authentic happiness levels of university students.

scholarly journals Status and Conspicuous consumption: Understanding consumers’ Psyche. Reference to luxury car brands

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 01-10
Author(s):  
Tharaka Punchibandara M.M ◽  
Wanninayake W.M.C.B. ◽  
Kumari D.A.T.
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Reference Point ◽  
Product Category ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Product Categories ◽  
Study Researcher ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Luxury Market

In this study, researcher is trying to investigate whether status and conspicuousness are two different constructs in measuring brand prestige utilizing new luxury market as a reference point. In other words, the attempt will determine if consumers can differentiate between the perceived status and perceived conspicuousness of the brands in product category (luxury car brands) selected in the Sri Lankan context. According to many research studies, revealed some of the evidence that these two dimensions are distinct constructs, nevertheless this was limiting in terms of the sample used (students), the methodology (confirmatory factor analysis only), the scope of the product categories and the context of the study conducted (Western countries). The current study is an extension to O’Cass and Frost (2004) study by using the real consumers as a sample (300 respondence). Exploratory factor analysis was performed among nine brands of luxury and semi luxury car brands in Sri Lankan context.

Trust in E-Commerce

2008 ◽  
pp. 771-788
Author(s):  
Ye Diana Wang ◽  
Henry H. Emurian
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
The Other ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Design Features ◽  
Social Cue ◽  
The Social ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

The design of the interface for e-commerce transactions is one source of influence that can affect an online shopper’s trust in the merchant. This paper undertook a confirmatory factor analysis involving 14 trust-inducing interface design features that populated a conceptual framework proposed in our previous study. The factor analysis of self-reported ratings of the features, which were illustrated on a synthetic e-commerce interface by 181 survey respondents, revealed the following three underlying dimensions: (1) visual, (2) content, and (3) social-cue design dimensions. All 14 features were found to contribute to the composition of the three dimensions. The social-cue dimension was rated as less important than the other two dimensions, and shoppers who had been cheated by an online merchant showed lower overall trust ratings in comparison to the remaining shoppers. Qualitative reports by the survey respondents yielded additional insights about the importance of the interface. The results of this study may contribute to an appreciation of interface design features that may influence a user’s perception of the trustworthiness of an online merchant’s Web site.

Measuring the components of visitor experience on a mountain attraction: the case of the Nordkette, Tyrol, Austria

2017 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
pp. 429-447 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ady Milman ◽  
Anita Zehrer ◽  
Asli D.A. Tasci
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Sample Size ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Customer Experience ◽  
Dimensional Structure ◽  
Visitor Experience ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
The Impact

Purpose Previous mountain tourism research addressed economic, environmental, social and political impacts. Because limited studies evaluated visitors’ perception of their experience, this study aims to examine the tangible and intangible visitor experience in a Tyrolean alpine tourist attraction. Design/methodology/approach The study adopted Klaus and Maklan’s (2012) customer experience model, suggesting that customers base their experience perception on the quality of product experience, outcome focus, moments of truth and peace-of-mind. Their model was used to validate the impact on overall customer experience quality at the mountain attraction through conducting a structured survey with 207 face-to-face interviews on-site. Findings The results of the confirmatory factor analysis did not confirm the four-dimensional structure, probably due to the differences between mountain tourism experience and the mortgage lending experience in the original study. Instead, principal component analysis suggested a different dimensional structure of components that were arbitrarily named as functional, social, comparative and normative aspects of the visitors’ experience. Research limitations/implications The results are based on a sample in a given period of time, using convenience sampling. While the sample size satisfied the data analysis requirements, confirmatory factor analysis would benefit from a larger sample size. Practical implications Consumer experience dimensions while visiting a mountain attraction may not be concrete or objective, and consequently may yield different types of attributes that influence behavior. Social implications The social exchange theory could explain relationships between visitors and service providers and their consequences. Attraction managers should increase benefits for visitors and service providers to enhance their relationships, and thus experience. Originality/value The study explored the applicability of an existing experiential consumption model in a mountain attraction context. The findings introduce a revised model that may be applicable in other tourist attractions.

scholarly journals The Valencia Eustress-Distress Appraisal Scale (VEDAS): Validation of the Italian Version

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 3903 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annamaria Di Fabio ◽  
José María Peiró ◽  
Isabel Rodríguez ◽  
Malgorzata Wanda Kozusznik
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Dimensional Structure ◽  
Italian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Valid Instrument ◽  
Good Internal Consistency ◽  
Italian Context

The aim of this study is to validate the Italian version of the Valencia Eustress-Distress Appraisal Scale (VEDAS). Two hundred and thirty-two Italian workers were involved in the study. Dimensionality, reliability, and concurrent validity were analyzed. Confirmatory factor analysis supported a four-dimensional structure. In addition, the Italian version of the scale showed good internal consistency and validity. The results indicate that the Italian version of the VEDAS is a valid instrument for measuring eustress and distress appraisal in the Italian context.

scholarly journals Runing ahead: Pensamiento divergente y sus dimensiones: ¿De qué hablamos y qué evaluamos?

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carmen Ferrándiz García ◽  
Mercedes Ferrando ◽  
Gloria Soto ◽  
Marta Sainz ◽  
María Dolores Prieto
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Cognitive Processes ◽  
Cognitive Process ◽  
Divergent Thinking ◽  
Font Size ◽  
Creative Imagination ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-language: ZH-CN; mso-ansi-language: ES-TRAD; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="ES-TRAD">This paper examines the role of latent cognitive process and the contents of task (verbal and figural) in divergent thinking. </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-fareast-language: ZH-CN; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN-GB">The sample was composed of 260 students, attending different public and semi-public schools in the Murcia Region (Spain), with ages ranging from 8 to 15 years old. Creativity was assessed with the Torrance Test of Creativity Thinking (TTCT) and the Test of Creative Imagination (PIC). Results suggest that, even though both tests are based on the psychometric approach and Guilford´s theory of creativity, their scores are not significantly correlated. Results from confirmatory factor analysis suggest two independent factors (one for each test), more related to tasks’ demands and contents than with the cognitive processes traditionally considered in the definition and measurement of creativity. </span>

Confirmatory Factor Analysis of a Portuguese Short Version of the Cognitive Emotional Regulation Scale

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. s797-s797
Author(s):  
M.J. Martins ◽  
A.T. Pereira ◽  
M.J. Soares ◽  
A.P. Amaral ◽  
N. Madeira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Dimensional Structure ◽  
Short Version ◽  
Valid Measure ◽  
Emotion Regulation Strategies ◽  
Cognitive Emotion Regulation ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Regulation Strategies

IntroductionThe cognitive emotions regulation questionnaire (CERQ) is a 36-item questionnaire to measures specific cognitive emotion regulation strategies used in response to the experience of threatening or stressful life events. The Portuguese version of CERQ proved to be a reliable and valid measure to evaluate eight dimensions: Positive reappraisal and planning, positive refocusing, rumination, blaming others, putting into perspective and self-blame.ObjectiveTo confirm the dimensional structure of a Portuguese short version of the CERQ using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA).MethodItems selection was based on the previous results of the exploratory factor analysis of the 36-items version. Items presenting the highest loading (≥ 70) in their respective factor were selected. A preliminary short version composed of 22 items were answered by a sample of 480 university students (81.9% females), with a mean age of 19.49 years (SD = 2.047; range = 17–30). CFA (using Mplus software) was used to test if the eight dimensions’ model suggested by prior exploratory factor analyses fitted the data.ResultsThe eight dimensions’ model has a good fit (χ2 = 424.015, P < .01; RMSEA = 0.056, 90%CI = 0.049–0.063; CFI = 0.930; TLI = 0.910; SRMR = 0.051). Although composed of fewer numbers of items, all subscales presented good reliability (Cronbach alpha< 70).ConclusionsThe CERQ-22 is a reliable and valid measure to evaluate cognitive emotion regulation strategies in young adults. Being a shorter version it is particularly useful for multivariate and prospective studies. In the near future we will test this structure in a clinical sample.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

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