Curiosity in Children and Adolescents

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Polish Version ◽

Scale Scores ◽

Polish Adaptation

Abstract. This research presents data on the Polish adaptation of the Need for Cognition Scale for Children and Adolescents ( Keller et al., 2016 ; Preckel & Strobel, 2017 ). Two samples of children, mostly from Grade 6 of primary school, were recruited ( N1 > 1,001, N2 > 433), as well as one sample of 130 child–parent pairs. Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the nested factor structure suggested in previous studies ( Keller et al., 2016 ) is also replicated in the Polish sample. Scalar measurement invariance with regard to gender has been demonstrated. Scale scores show convergent and discriminant validity with learning/performance goals as well as traits from the Big Five Questionnaire for Children ( Cieciuch et al., 2016 ). Criterion-related validity with measures of leisure time interests in popular science, identification with science, and objectified cultural family capital is shown. Data confirm that the Polish version of the scale is suitable for use; nonetheless, some possible revisions of the scale are also discussed.

A Malinchismo Scale for Use among Adolescents

Acta de Investigación Psicológica ◽

10.22201/fpsi.20074719e.2019.2.265 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Jaime Sebastián F. Galán Jiménez ◽

Gail Marcia Ferguson ◽

Omar Sánchez Armáss Cappello ◽

Luz Paulina Torres Colunga ◽

Carmen Elizabeth Cerda Escobedo

Keyword(s):

Social Identity Theory ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Sequential Method ◽

Post Colonial ◽

Acculturation Theory ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Colonial Theory

Malinchismo is a recently documented concept referring to preferencing the culture, ideas, tastes and behaviors of another nation/culture over one’s own. First, we introduce this new concept in relation to post-colonial theory, social identity theory, and remote acculturation theory, explaining its relevance to adolescent development. We then introduce and validate a new Malinchismo scale using a derivative sequential method among two samples of adolescents in Mexico (n = 560 total). Our Malinchismo Scale is more comprehensive than existing alternatives and is the first to be validated for use among adolescents. We assessed 1) content validity using the responses of content experts who served as judges, 2) construct validity using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses (EFA and CFA, respectively), and 3) convergent and discriminant validity using participant responses to the Ingroup Interethnic Bias Test. In total, 366 adolescents were in the EFA sample (M=16.18 years, SD=0.74, 62% female) and 194 adolescents were in the CFA sample (M=16.17, SD=1.06, 57% female). Results revealed excellent psychometric properties on all indices, supporting the Malinchismo Scale as a valid and reliable measure for adolescents.

The Factor Structure and Psychometric Properties of the Greek Version of the Eating Disorders Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q)

European Journal of Psychological Assessment ◽

10.1027/1015-5759/a000138 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 29 (3) ◽

pp. 189-196 ◽

Cited By ~ 19

Author(s):

Theodoros Giovazolias ◽

Ioannis Tsaousis ◽

Christina Vallianatou

Keyword(s):

Internal Consistency ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Global Scale ◽

Latent Structure ◽

Greek Version ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Eating Disorders Examination ◽

Better Than

This study investigates the latent structure and the psychometric characteristics of the attitudinal subscales of the Greek translation of the EDE-Q (G-EDE-Q) using two samples. The first sample consisted of 500 university female students and tested the latent structure of the G-EDE-Q. The second sample consisted of 164 female psychology students and examined the internal consistency as well as the concurrent, convergent, and discriminant validity of the G-EDE-Q. The results from confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) showed that a three-factor solution fit the data better than the other models examined, providing evidence to contradict the originally proposed structure of the instrument. The results support both, the internal consistency as well as the concurrent, convergent, and discriminant validity of the G-EDE-Q global scale and its subscales. The discussion focuses on the critical review of previous statistical procedures employed and the clinical and research implications of the present findings.

Validation of the Norwegian version of the work-related sense of coherence scale

Scandinavian Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1177/1403494817725466 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 46 (7) ◽

pp. 711-717 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Karoline Grødal ◽

Siw Tone Innstrand ◽

Georg F. Bauer ◽

Gørill Haugan ◽

Toril Rannestad ◽

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Keyword(s):

Sense Of Coherence ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Occupational Groups ◽

Work Related ◽

Norwegian Version ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Further Development

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the work-related sense of coherence scale, which measures the perceived comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness of an individual’s current work situation. Methods: Factorial validity, convergent and discriminant validity of the factors, as well as scale reliability were tested with confirmatory factor analyses among two samples of employees in higher education institutions ( N = 6951) and nursing homes ( N = 558). Factorial invariance across occupational groups was also investigated. Results: A modified three-factor structure was shown to be valid and reliable in both samples and invariant across occupational groups. However, problems were detected regarding the discriminant validity between the factors comprehensibility and manageability. Conclusions: The Norwegian version of the work-related sense of coherence scale seems to have good properties. Further development is needed to better distinguish between the comprehensibility and manageability dimensions.

Invarianza factorial y temporal del Cuestionario de Regulación Emocional (ERQ)

Revista de Psicopatología y Psicología Clínica ◽

10.5944/rppc.vol.23.num.2.2018.21823 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 109 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

David Pineda ◽

Rosa M. Valiente ◽

Paloma Chorot ◽

José A. Piqueras ◽

Bonifacio Sandín

Keyword(s):

Emotion Regulation ◽

Emotional Regulation ◽

Positive Emotion ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Negative Emotion ◽

Spanish Version ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Test Retest Reliability

Abstract: Factorial and temporal invariance of a Spanish version of the Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ). The Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ; Gross y John, 2003) is widely used to assess individual differences in reappraisal and suppression strategies of emotion regulation. The present study tests the factorial and temporal invariance of a Spanish adaptation of the ERQ on two samples of 1.980 participants aged 18–67 years. Psychometric properties, reliability, and factorial and temporal validity of the ERQ were calculated. Results of the confirmatory factor analysis showed the expected two-factor structure. Results also indicated adequate internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and convergent and discriminant validity. As expected, reappraisal use was positively associated with positive emotion and negatively with negative emotion, whereas suppression use was negatively associated with positive emotion and positively with negative emotion. These findings suggest that the Spanish version of the ERQ is a valid and reliable instrument for evaluating strategies of emotion regulation in the Spanish-speaking population.Resumen: El Cuestionario de Regulación Emocional (ERQ; Gross y John, 2003) es ampliamente utilizado para evaluar las diferencias individuales en las estrategias de regulación emocional reevaluación y supresión. El presente estudio examina la invarianza factorial y temporal de una adaptación española del ERQ en dos muestras de 1.980 participantes de 18-67 años de edad. Examinamos su fiabilidad, y validez factorial y temporal. El análisis factorial confirmatorio reflejó una estructura de dos factores. También encontramos niveles adecuados de consistencia interna, fiabilidad test-retest, y validez convergente y discriminante. Como se esperaba, el uso de la reevaluación se asoció positivamente con las emociones positivas y negativamente con las emociones negativas, mientras que la supresión se asoció a un patrón opuesto. Estos datos sugieren que la versión española del ERQ es un instrumento válido y fiable para evaluar las estrategias de regulación emocional en población de habla española.

Physical Self-Description Questionnaire: Psychometric Properties and a Miiltitrait-Meltimethod Analysis of Relations to Existing Instruments

Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology ◽

10.1123/jsep.16.3.270 ◽

1994 ◽

Vol 16 (3) ◽

pp. 270-305 ◽

Cited By ~ 327

Author(s):

Herbert W. Marsh ◽

Garry E. Richards ◽

Steven Johnson ◽

Lawrence Roche ◽

Patsy Tremayne

Keyword(s):

High School Students ◽

Psychometric Properties ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Self Concept ◽

School Students ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

General Physical ◽

Fitness Sport

Two samples of high school students (n = 315 and n = 395) completed the new Physical Self-Description Questionnaire (PSDQ). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was used to demonstrate support for the 11 scales of physical self-concept (Strength, Body Fat, Activity, Endurance/Fitness, Sport Competence, Coordination, Health, Appearance, Flexibility, General Physical Self-Concept, and Self-Esteem) that the PSDQ is designed to measure, the replicability of its good psychometric properties in the two samples, and the replicability of the factor structure over gender. Subjects in Sample 1 also completed responses to the Physical Self-Perception Profile (Fox, 1990) and the Physical Self-Concept Scale (Richards, 1988). CFA models of this multitrait-multimethod data provided support for both the convergent and discriminant validity of responses to the three instruments. Comparisons of psychometric, theoretical, and pragmatic considerations of the three instruments led to the recommendation of the PSDQ in a wide variety of research and applied settings.

Measuring Forgiveness: Psychometric Properties of the Heartland Forgiveness Scale in the Spanish Population

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18010045 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

pp. 45

Author(s):

Karla Gallo-Giunzioni ◽

María Prieto-Ursúa ◽

Cristina Fernández-Belinchón ◽

Octavio Luque-Reca

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Criterion Validity ◽

Validity Evidence ◽

Dispositional Forgiveness ◽

Scale Reduction ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Acceptable Internal Consistency

Given the scarcity of instruments in Spanish to measure forgiveness, two studies were conducted in this population to obtain validity evidence of the Heartland Forgiveness Scale (HFS), an instrument that measures dispositional forgiveness of self, others, and situations. In the first study, 203 students (65% women) participated. After ensuring the linguistic adequacy and clarity of the wording of the items, a lack of congruence was found between the factors obtained in the exploratory factor analysis and the original theoretical structure of the HFS. A sample of 512 participants (63.9% women) attended the second study. This study aimed to analyze the construct validity of the HFS using confirmatory factor analysis through structural equation modelling and to explore convergent, discriminant, and criterion validity. Of the different factorial configurations tested (including the original), only a scale reduction to eight items, grouped into three factors, showed an appropriate fit. The HFS eight-item version also showed acceptable internal consistency, adequate convergent and discriminant validity, and criterion validity with respect to related variables. These findings suggest that the eight-item version of the HFS may be a valid and reliable tool for assessing forgiveness for self, others, and situations in Spanish adults.

Parental stress among Norwegian fathers and mothers: Similarities and differences

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships ◽

10.1177/02654075211049725 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 026540752110497

Author(s):

Silje S. Hukkelberg ◽

Ane Nærde

Keyword(s):

Construct Validity ◽

Parental Stress ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Factor Analyses ◽

Mothers And Fathers ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Multimethod Approach ◽

Similarities And Differences

Although fathers are increasingly involved in childrearing, less is known about how parental stress is perceived among mothers and fathers separately. The present study investigated the construct validity of the PSS in a community-based sample of Norwegian father–mother dyads with a child aged 4. A total of 1030 mothers and fathers ( N = 515 dyads) responded to the PSS, which is a much used instrument that assesses stress related to childrearing across 18 items. Construct validity was investigated using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses and the multitrait–multimethod approach (MTMM). The results revealed that six of the items showed extensive ceiling-effects for both parents, and were excluded from further analysis. Dimensionality was examined for the remaining 12 PSS items. The results supported a two-factor solution for both fathers and mothers, reflecting parental stressors (9 items) and lack of rewards (3 items). The MTMM approach indicated convergent and discriminant validity across traits (Parental stressors and Lack of rewards) and methods (father vs mother rating). We also explored the network of PSS items for mothers and fathers, and found both similarities and differences. Overall, the results of the factor analyses have implications for the use of the PSS. The networks of PSS suggest that some items may be especially important when addressing parental stress with mothers and fathers.

Psychometric properties of the Short Leyton Obsessional Inventory-Child Version in a community sample of Spanish children and adolescents

Anales de Psicología ◽

10.6018/analesps.32.3.232201 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 33 (1) ◽

pp. 26

Author(s):

Marina Iniesta-Sepúlveda ◽

Ana I. Rosa-Alcázar ◽

Beatriz Ruiz-García ◽

Jose A. López-Pina

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Children And Adolescents ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Factor Model ◽

Community Sample ◽

Spanish Version ◽

Obsessive Compulsive ◽

Good Test ◽

Test Retest Reliability

The aim of the current study was to analyze psychometric properties of the Short LOI-CV in Spanish community sample. Participants were 914 children and adolescents with mean age of 13.01 years (51.3% males). An EFA yielded a three-factor model representing Obsessions, Compulsions, and Cleanliness dimensions. Both, total score and subscales showed an adequate internal consistency. The Spanish version also exhibited good test-retest reliability and moderate convergent and discriminant validity. The younger participants (from 8 to 10 years) obtained higher means for total score and subscales than older participants (groups 11-13 and 14-18 years). Significant differences related to gender were also observed since males obtained higher means in Compulsions subscale. Despite more research is required, the Spanish version of the Short LOI-CV exhibited promising psychometric results to assess obsessive-compulsive symptoms in community population.

Investigation of the Statistical Anxiety Rating Scale Psychometric Properties with a Sample of Greek Students

International Journal of Educational Psychology ◽

10.17583/ijep.2021.6032 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 116

Author(s):

Konstantinos Lavidas ◽

Dionysios Manesis ◽

Vasilios Gialamas

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Rating Scale ◽

Factor Model ◽

Tertiary Education ◽

Statistics Anxiety ◽

Education Students ◽

Confirmatory Factor

The purpose of this study was to adapt the Statistics Anxiety Rating Scale (STARS) for a Greek student population. The STARS was administered to 890 Tertiary Education students in two Greek universities. It was performed a cross-validation study to examine the factorial structure and the psychometric properties with a series of confirmatory factor analyses. Results revealed a correlated six first-order factor model which provided the best fit to the data compared to a six-factor model with one superordinate factor. All six factors of the Greek version of the STARS presented convergent and discriminant validity and were internally consistent. Implications and limitations are discussed.

Body image shame in men: Confirmatory Factor Analysis and psychometric properties of the Body Image Shame Scale

10.21203/rs.3.rs-262066/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Cristiana Duarte ◽

C. Ferreira

Keyword(s):

Body Image ◽

Body Weight ◽

Psychological Adjustment ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

High Reliability ◽

The Body ◽

Self Report ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Weight And Shape Concerns

Abstract Purpose Body image shame plays a key role in disordered eating symptoms and psychological adjustment. Nonetheless, research has been mainly focused on women. The Body Image Shame Scale (BISS) was previously developed and tested in a nonclinical sample of women. This study examines the BISS in a male sample comprising students and community participants. Methods Participants were 420 men, who completed the BISS and self-report measures of shame, self-criticism, body weight and shape concerns and psychopathological symptoms. Results The previously identified structure of the BISS, with an external and internal dimension, fitted the data well. All items presented high reliability. The BISS total score and its subscales in men present high construct reliability, and convergent and discriminant validity. Correlation analyses indicated that BISS and its subscales in men present positive associations with general shame and self-criticism, body weight and shape concerns, and with indices of poorer psychological adjustment. Conclusion Findings supported that the BISS is a reliable measure to assess body shame in men.