scholarly journals An Investigation Into the Factor Structure of the Attitudes to Suicide Prevention Scale

Crisis ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Sandford ◽  
Olivia J. Kirtley ◽  
Ginette Lafit ◽  
Richard Thwaites ◽  
Rory C. O'Connor
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Prevention Training ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training ◽  
Uk National Health Service

Abstract. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the factor structure of the Attitudes to Suicide Prevention Scale (ASPS). Method: The ASPS was distributed to all staff in a UK National Health Service Trust ( N = 957). We conducted an exploratory factor analysis followed by a confirmatory factor analysis by splitting the data 60/40 into training and testing subsets. A multiple regression analysis was carried out to investigate whether the overall scale score varied as a function of professional role, age, and gender and whether respondents had completed suicide prevention training or not. Results: Two items displaying poor item-scale correlation were excluded from the factor analysis and a further item was excluded as it was based on different anchor points. For the remaining 11 items, no adequate factor structure emerged. The scale total demonstrated statistically significant differences in attitudes between staff groups (defined by attendance at suicide awareness or prevention training, by gender, and by level of patient contact), but not between groups defined by age range. Generally, however, there were positive attitudes across all Trust staff. Limitations: This study had a low response rate (24%) and was cross-sectional which limits the conclusions that could be drawn. Furthermore, other areas such as convergent validity and test–retest reliability were not examined. Conclusion: Our findings found no satisfactory factor structure for the ASPS. Further scale development would be beneficial.

Confirmatory Factor Analysis and Gender Invariance of the Revised IRMA Scale in Nigeria

Affilia ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 83-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunday B. Fakunmoju ◽  
Tina Abrefa-Gyan ◽  
Ntandoyenkosi Maphosa
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Rape Myths ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Gender Invariance ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
And Gender

Research scales developed in one society are often validated in another society to determine the factor structure and measurement equivalence of the scales. Using a convenience sample of 378 respondents from two cross-sectional studies, the present analyses examined confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and gender invariance in the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance (IRMA) Scale in Nigeria. Specifically, the analyses examined whether the scale holds similar factor structure, whether the latent means can be compared, and whether respondents interpreted items similarly or ascribed the same meaning to them across gender. Based on the analyses, CFA results validated the hypothesized multidimensional four-factor structure of IRMA, namely, “she asked for it,” “he didn’t mean to,” “it wasn’t really rape,” and “she lied.” Similarly, the IRMA measurement was invariant (partial scalar invariance) across gender, suggesting that men and women interpreted IRMA’s items and constructs similarly. Results of an independent-samples t test suggested that women were more likely than men to reject the myth that female victim of rape “lied.” In general, preliminary findings indicated that IRMA is suitable for research on rape myths in Nigeria. Knowledge generated from its use may enhance understanding of rape myths, rape-supportive behaviors, and rape prevention and victim intervention programs.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Teasing Questionnaire 23

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Ebrahimi ◽  
Mojtaba Elhami Athar ◽  
Mitra Hakim Shooshtari ◽  
Hossain Karsazi ◽  
Eric A Storch
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Persian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

The current study was a cross-sectional research and aimed to investigate the factor structure, internal consistency, and validities of the Persian version of the Teasing Questionnaire-Revised (TQ-R). Forward and backward translations of the TQ-R were performed; face and content validities were determined based on comments by a sample of psychology students and specialists. Using the cluster sampling method, 290 participants were recruited, and 201 valid data (Mage = 23.53, SD = 3.53, 64.2% men) were analyzed. The factor structure was assessed by confirmatory and exploratory factor analysis (EFA). The result of the confirmatory factor analysis(es) did not confirm the proposed three, four, and five-factor models. EFA revealed four factors with 23 items, explaining 52.03% of the total variance. The internal consistency of the Persian version of Teasing Questionnaire 23 was in the excellent range (α = 0.92), and its expected associations with external correlates (e.g., depression and anxiety) supported the measure’s convergent validity. The findings indicated that the Persian version of the TQ-R has sound psychometric properties and can be used as a valid and reliable tool in research and clinical outcomes.

Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Self-Efficacy Scale (GKSES)

Crisis ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Asumi Takahashi ◽  
Hirokazu Tachikawa ◽  
Nobuaki Morita ◽  
Miyuki Aiba ◽  
Yuki Shiratori ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Previous Contact ◽  
Efficacy Assessment ◽  
Good Internal Consistency ◽  
Prevention Training ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training

Abstract. Background: To date there is no standardized scale for the evaluation of self-efficacy of gatekeeper skills. Aim: The aim of this study was to develop the Gatekeeper Self-Efficacy Scale (GKSES), which consists of nine items assessing laypersons' confidence in their own gatekeeper skills, and to confirm its reliability and validity. Method: Altogether 875 participants joined in gatekeeper training between 2010 and 2017 and completed the GKSES both before and after training. After exploratory factor analysis, we analyzed Pearson's correlation between total GKSES scores and Attitude Toward Suicide Scale subscale scores and performed one-way analysis of variance for the score differences by demographics. Results: The GKSES is a univariate scale with good fit. Total GKSES score correlated with the appropriate attitudes for suicide prevention. Self-efficacy ratings after training improved irrespective of attribute. Participants who had had contact with suicidal individuals and those who had received previous suicide prevention training had high self-efficacy ratings, while a greater improvement was seen in the ratings of participants who had not had any previous contact or training. Limitations: It is necessary to assess the GKSES using more participants across other populations. Conclusion: The GKSES is a simple and useful measure with good internal consistency and validity for self-efficacy assessment of gatekeeper skills.

Sustaining the Effects of Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training

Crisis ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annette Shtivelband ◽  
Patricia A. Aloise-Young ◽  
Peter Y. Chen
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Community Outreach ◽  
Program Improvement ◽  
Further Education ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Gatekeeper Training ◽  
Prevention Training ◽  
Continued Learning ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training

Background: Gatekeeper training is a promising suicide prevention strategy that is growing in popularity. Although gatekeeper training programs have been found to improve trainee knowledge, self-efficacy, and perceived skills, researchers have found that the benefit of gatekeeper training may not last over time. Aims: The purpose of this study was to identify strategies for strengthening the long-term effects of suicide prevention gatekeeper training. Method: In-depth interviews and focus groups were conducted with gatekeepers (N = 44) and data were analyzed using a qualitative research approach. Results: The results of this study suggest that posttraining interventions may be more effective if they include the following seven themes: (a) social network – connecting with other gatekeepers; (b) continued learning – further education; (c) community outreach – building awareness; (d) accessibility – convenience; (e) reminders – ongoing communication; (f) program improvement –- enhancing previous training; and (g) certification – accreditation. Conclusion: Posttraining interventions that incorporate the themes from this study offer a promising direction in which to sustain the effects of gatekeeper suicide prevention training.

Attitudes of Nursing Students towards Suicide Prevention: A Study from Central India

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deepak Ghormode ◽  
Pramod Gupta ◽  
Devendra Ratnani ◽  
S. K. Singh
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Central India ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Favourable Attitude ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training ◽  
Training Programmes

Background: Managing patients with suicide attempts effectively requires overcoming barriers to their care. The attitudes and beliefs of the healthcare professionals have significant effect on the outcome of the treatment and implementation of the preventive strategies. Objectives: Aim of the study was to assess the attitude of nursing students toward suicide prevention. Materials and Methods: The study had a cross sectional design of 284 nursing students who were randomly recruited from the two institutions. Attitude toward suicide prevention scale was administered.  Results: Most were young single females, from rural locality, who were pursuing either BSc Nursing or GNM courses. Very few had previous exposure to suicide prevention training programmes. Nearly half of the students showed favourable attitude towards patients with suicidal attempt, considering it as their responsibility and their efforts as rewarding. Nearly half students also showed empathy towards these patients not considering the attempts as just attention seeking ones. Nearly one third were uncertain whether the patients reveal their plans of attempt and whether the suicide prevention measures were draining of the resources. Half of the subjects showed pessimism towards modifying the risk factors of unemployment and poverty. Conclusions: Only half of the nursing students showed favourable attitude working with patients with suicide attempts. More educational and training programs on suicide prevention are therefore needed in these students for better prevention and management of these patients.

Factor Structure and Convergent Validity of the Portuguese version of the Inventory of Interpersonal Problems – 32

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruno Faustino ◽  
António Branco Vasco
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Interpersonal Problems ◽  
Brief Symptom Inventory ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Reactivity Index ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Portuguese Version ◽  
Inventory Of Interpersonal Problems ◽  
Interpersonal Styles

Abstract The identification of dysfunctional patterns in individuals’ interpersonal interactions is a cornerstone of psychotherapy. The Inventory of Interpersonal Problems (IIP-32) is one of the most used measures to explore individuals’ interpersonal styles. However, an IIP-32 Portuguese version is missing. Therefore, this study describes a preliminary psychometric study of an IIP-32 Portuguese version in a nonclinical sample. In a cross-sectional correlational design, 250 participants (M age = 20.67, SD = 4.88, males = 33, females = 217) were assessed with self-report questionnaires. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA), convergent, and divergent validities of the IIP-32 were tested with the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI). Relationships with symptomatology were also tested with the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI-53). The EFA showed a theoretically coherent eight-factor structure. Almost all of the IIP-32 subscales were positively correlated with personal discomfort and with BSI-53 subscales. Vindictive/self-centred, socially inhibited, domineering/controlling and self-sacrificing subscales predicted symptomatology. Promising preliminary psychometric properties were found that may support the IIP-32 as a reliable instrument to assess interpersonal styles. However, more research is required to deepen the analysis of the IIP-32 in the Portuguese population.

scholarly journals Exploration of the Factor Structure of the Burden Experienced by Individuals Providing End-of-Life Care at Home

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chizuru Nagata ◽  
Hironori Yada ◽  
Junko Inagaki
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Caregiver Burden ◽  
End Of Life Care ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Life Care ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Care At Home ◽  
At Home

In Japan, the number of elderly people who require long-term care is increasing as a result of the country’s aging population. Consequently, the burden experienced by caregivers who provide end-of-life care at home has become a social problem. This study aimed to confirm the factor structure of such caregiver burden by analyzing the Japanese version of the Zarit Caregiver Burden Interview (J-ZBI). The J-ZBI was administered to 389 caregivers providing end-of-life care, and 247 answers were analyzed, with exploratory factor analysis performed on the results. Consequently, a four-factor structure emerged (sacrificing life, personal strain, severe anxiety, and captivity); these four factors, constituting 15 items, were cumulatively named “J-ZBI_15.” In regard to reliability, Cronbach’sαcoefficient for each factor was high; in terms of validity, a confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to examine the four-factor structure, and the goodness of model fit was determined to be satisfactory. Further, the convergent validity was also high. The care burden experienced by those providing end-of-life care at home differs from the burden of caregivers of individuals with other diseases, such as Alzheimer’s. For assessing the burden felt by this population, the 15-item four-factor ZBI model is more appropriate than the single-factor 22-item ZBI, and we also determined that J-ZBI_8 is unsuitable for this task. Thus, measurement of family caregivers’ burden in regard to providing end-of-life care at home should be performed using the 15-item four-factor J-ZBI model.

scholarly journals Telecommunication and Suicide Prevention: Hopes and Challenges for the New Century

2007 ◽  
Vol 55 (3) ◽  
pp. 237-253 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karolina E. Krysinska ◽  
Diego De Leo
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Crisis Intervention ◽  
Suicide Risk ◽  
Prevention Research ◽  
Suicide Risk Assessment ◽  
Training And Education ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Prevention Training ◽  
Suicide Prevention Training ◽  
Internet Telephone

Development of information technology has created new opportunities and challenges in suicide prevention, research, and clinical practice. This article presents an overview of the wide range of telecommunication-based suicide prevention approaches. Interventions using the Internet, telephone, and videoconferencing are discussed, including crisis intervention, referral, and support, suicide risk assessment, psychotherapy for individuals at risk, and online-based suicide prevention training and education. Research regarding effectiveness of telecommunication-based suicide prevention in various demographic and clinical populations is reviewed, as well as concerns regarding this type of intervention. Future areas of research and development in the use of telecommunication media in prevention of suicide are discussed.

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