Factor structure, measurement invariance, and construct validity of MELQO measure of child development and early learning in Laos

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-27
Author(s):  
John A. Gomez ◽  
Joshua L. Brown ◽  
Elizabeth Spier
Keyword(s):  
Child Development ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Early Learning ◽  
Structure Measurement

Evaluation of the Caregiver Preparedness Scale in African American and White Caregivers of Persons With Dementia During Post-Hospitalization Transition

2021 ◽  
pp. JNM-D-20-00087
Author(s):  
Ashley Kuzmik ◽  
Marie Boltz ◽  
Barbara Resnick ◽  
Rhonda BeLue
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Predictive Validity ◽  
White Family ◽  
White Caregivers ◽  
Structure Measurement

Background and PurposeThe Preparedness for Caregiving Scale (PCS) is a widely used instrument to measure caregiver preparedness. The purpose was to evaluate the PCS in African American and White caregivers of patients with dementia upon discharge from the hospital.MethodsFactor structure, measurement invariance, and predictive validity of the PCS were assessed in a sample of 292 family caregivers/patient dyads.ResultsOne-factor structure of the PCS and measurement invariance by race was fully supported. Predicative validity revealed significant association between the PCS and anxiety (β = −.41, t = −7.61(287), p < .001), depression (β = −.44, t = −8.39(287), p < .001), and strain (β = −.48, t = −9.29(287), p < .001).ConclusionThe PCS is a valid and meaningful tool to measure preparedness in African American and White family caregivers of persons with dementia during post-hospitalization transition.

Childhood Trauma Questionnaire: Factor structure, measurement invariance, and validity across emotional disorders.

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 717-729 ◽  
Author(s):  
Philip Spinhoven ◽  
Brenda W. Penninx ◽  
Marian Hickendorff ◽  
Albert M. van Hemert ◽  
David P. Bernstein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Emotional Disorders ◽  
Childhood Trauma ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Childhood Trauma Questionnaire ◽  
Structure Measurement

The My Children’s Future Scale: Construct validity, measurement invariance, and reliability in a Turkish sample

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 185-195
Author(s):  
Erol Esen
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Reliable Data ◽  
Data Collection Tool ◽  
Psychometric Characteristics ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Parent Gender ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

The My Children’s Future Scale (MCFS) measures the support provided by parents for their children’s careers. The aim of this study was to adapt the MCFS to Turkish and examine its psychometric characteristics in a study conducted in the Turkish context. Participants consisted of 280 parents (190 mothers and 90 fathers). The factor structure of the MCFS and measurement invariance across parent gender were examined. The unidimensional factor structure was confirmed and the scale was invariant across parent gender. In addition, the reliability of the MCFS was assessed for internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s omega coefficients were calculated as .87, and test-retest reliability coefficient as .83. Our findings suggested that the Turkish form of the MCFS can be considered a valid and reliable data collection tool for use in Turkey to measure the support provided by parents for their children’s careers.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of The Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC- SF) In Iranian Adolescents

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid Yousefi Afrashteh
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Research ◽  
Convenience Sample

Abstract Background: Psychological tests are necessary to assess and assess the mental state of individuals. Mental health is one of the important psychological indicators and is increasingly considered as having various aspects of well-being. The Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF) is a 14-item instrument that assesses mental health, focusing on emotional, psychological, and social well-being. The present study examined the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the MHC-SF among adolescents, focusing on its factor structure, internal consistency, construct validity, and gender measurement invariance.Methods: The population of this study was Iranian adolescents between 11 and 18 years old who were enrolled in the seventh to twelfth grades. A convenience sample of 822 Adolescents from four large cities in the Iran (Tehran, Zanjan, Hamedan and Ghazvin) participated in the present study. Questionnaires were completed online. Statistical analyses to evaluate the factor structure, internal consistency, construct validity, gender and age factorial invariance were performed in SPSS and LISREL.Results: The results of confirmatory factor analysis supported the 3-factor structure of MHC-SF (emotional, psychological, and social well-being). Reliability was confirmed by Cronbach's alpha method and composite reliability (>.7). Measurement invariance were confirmed among girls and boys. Convergent and divergent validity were also evaluated and confirmed by correlating the test score with similar and different tests.Conclusion: This study examined and confirmed the psychometric properties of GHQ in the Iranian adolescent community. This instrument can be used in psychological research and diagnostic evaluations.

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