Physical Activity Health Literacy in Iranian Older Adults: Development and Psychometric Testing

Inadequate health literacy decreases physical activity. This study aimed to develop and examine psychometrics of physical activity health literacy in Iranian older adults. This methodological work was conducted in two phases. Phase 1 consisted of extensive studies review and qualitative study to extract and design the items. The psychometrics were measured in Phase 2 included content, faceconstruct validities, reliability, and stability. The collected data were analyzed in SPSS (version 25.0) and AMOS (version 24.0). The results of the exploratory factor analysis showed four factors— information evaluation, reading skill, perception, and decision making—and used information that explained 70.08% of the variance. The model’s fitness was supported by confirmatory factor analysis. Internal consistency based on Cronbach’s alpha was .89 with composite reliability >0.85. Stability was confirmed through the test–retest method and intraclass correlation coefficient (.89–1). Psychometrics of physical activity health literacy in Iranian older adults supported validity and reliability of the tool.

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Psychometric properties of a Chinese version of the Fraboni Scale of Ageism: evidence from medical students sample

10.21203/rs.2.20483/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Jun-Yao Fan ◽

Hui-Min Zhao ◽

Yue-Ting Liu ◽

Ling-Lin Kong ◽

Jing Mao ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Medical Students ◽

Construct Validity ◽

Content Validity ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Chinese Version ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Chinese Medical Students

Abstract Background The increasing of older adults has led to enormous demand for medical care. However, as a group with unique needs and characteristics, older adults are often discriminated against in the medical field. In this paper, we aimed to translate the Fraboni Scale of Ageism (FSA) into Chinese and examine its construct validity, content validity, and reliability in Chinese mainland medical students. In order to evaluate the prevalence of ageism in Chinese medical students and prompt medical college to adopt necessary teaching methods to mitigate ageism in medical students.Methods By Brislin's translation guidelines, FSA was translated to Chinese. The convenient sampling method was used to select samples for this survey, including 1,974 students from two medical schools in central and north China. Construct validity was verified by the exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. The content validity index (CVI) was used to assess content validity. The Cronbach's alpha coefficients and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) were used to estimate reliability.Results The alpha coefficients for FSA (Chinese version) was 0.81 and ICC was 0.87. The CVI was 0.93. Three factors were identified by exploratory factor analysis explaining 34.84% of the total variance and a three-factor model was confirmed to fit by confirmatory factor analysis.Conclusions FSA (Chinese version) is a reliable and valid scale for measuring discrimination degree against the older adults in Chinese medical students.

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Validity and reliability of the lederman Prenatal Self-Evaluation Questionnaire (PSEQ) in Brazil

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth ◽

10.1186/s12884-021-03959-3 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Janiny Lima e Silva ◽

Matheus de Sousa Mata ◽

Saionara Maria Aires Câmara ◽

Íris do Céu Clara Costa ◽

Kleyton Santos de Medeiros ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Psychosocial Adaptation ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Evaluation Questionnaire ◽

Self Evaluation ◽

Confirmatory Factor

Abstract Background The Lederman Prenatal Self-Evaluation Questionnaire (PSEQ) is used to assess psychosocial adaptation to pregnancy, labor, childbirth, and maternity. The PSEQ is a tool used in various countries and has been translated into Portuguese; however, it needs to be validated in Brazil. This study aimed to analyze the validity and reliability of the PSEQ in Brazilian pregnant women. Method This methodological validity study investigated internal consistency and reliability using Cronbach’s alpha and intraclass correlation coefficients. Construct validity was assessed using Pearson’s correlation between domains and confirmatory factor analysis. To assess concurrent validity, Pearson’s correlation between the different domains of the PSEQ and Prenatal Psychosocial Profile-Portuguese Version (PPP-VP) was determined. The level of significance was set at 5%. Results This study included 399 pregnant women in the northeastern region of Brazil. The internal consistency and reliability of the total PSEQ score were high (Cronbach's alpha = 0.89; intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.95). Validity analysis showed positive and significant correlations between all PSEQ domains, ranging from 0.14 to 0.56. Confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated the following values of goodness of fit: RMSEA = 0.05, SRMR = 0.08, CFI = 0.61, χ2/df = 1.77. The discriminant and concurrent validities of the PSEQ were confirmed. Conclusions The Portuguese version of the PSEQ has adequate psychometric properties and is a valid and reliable tool to evaluate psychosocial adaptation to pregnancy in Brazilian pregnant women.

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Development and Validation of a Perceived Barriers to Physical Activity Scale for Low-Income Adolescents

Journal of Physical Activity and Health ◽

10.1123/jpah.2020-0259 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-9

Author(s):

Cheng Li ◽

Christy Hullings ◽

Wei Wang ◽

Debra M. Palmer Keenan

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽

Low Income ◽

Concurrent Validity ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Perceived Barriers ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Fit Index

Background: Low-income adolescents’ physical activity (PA) levels fall below current recommendations. Perceived barriers to physical activity (PBPA) are likely significant predictors of PA levels; however, valid and reliable measures to assess PA barriers are lacking. This manuscript describes the development of the PBPA Survey for Low-Income Adolescents. Methods: A mixed-method approach was used. Items identified from the literature and revised for clarity and appropriateness (postcognitive interviews) were assessed for test–retest reliability with 74 adolescents using intraclass correlation coefficient. Items demonstrating low intraclass correlation coefficients or floor effects were removed. Both exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis analyses (n = 1914 low-income teens) were used to finalize the scale; internal consistency was assessed by Cronbach’s alpha. Concurrent validity was established by correlating the PBPA with the PA questionnaire for adolescents using a Spearman correlation. Results: The exploratory factor analysis yielded a 38-item, 7-factor solution, which was cross-validated by confirmatory factor analysis (comparative-fit index, nonnormed fit index = .90). The scale’s Cronbach’s alpha was .94, with subscales ranging from .70 to .88. The PBPA Survey for Low-Income Adolescents’ concurrent validity was supported by a negative PA questionnaire for adolescents’ correlation values. Conclusion: The PBPA Survey for Low-Income Adolescents can be used to better understand the relationship between PBPA among low-income teens. Further research is warranted to validate the scale with other adolescent subgroups.

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Measuring Exercise Induced Affect in Adults with Brain Injuries

Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly ◽

10.1123/apaq.23.1.1 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 23 (1) ◽

pp. 1-13 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Simon Driver

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Brain Injuries ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Four Dimensions ◽

Feeling States ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Single Bout ◽

Exercise Induced

The aim of the study was to provide evidence for the validity and reliability of the Physical Activity Affect Scale (PAAS; Lox, Jackson, Tuholski, Wasley, & Treasure, 2000) as a measure of exercise induced affect for adults with brain injuries. The PAAS is a 12-item measure of feeling states based on Russell’s (1980) conceptualization of affect. A confirmatory factor analysis was conducted on data from 193 participants with brain injuries who completed the PAAS following a single bout of exercise. Results identified four dimensions of affect (positive affect, negative affect, tranquility, and fatigue). Findings provide evidence for the validity and reliability of the PAAS as a measure of exercise induced affect for adults with brain injuries.

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Measuring Employability Skills of Budding IT Professionals in India

International Journal of Human Capital and Information Technology Professionals ◽

10.4018/ijhcitp.2021010104 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 51-73

Author(s):

Khushbu Khurana ◽

Rajnish Kumar Misra

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Phase 1 ◽

Model Fit ◽

Employability Skills ◽

Measurement Scale ◽

Fit Indices ◽

Technology Planning ◽

Skill Sets ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Two Phases

The purpose of this study is to identify employability skills among aspiring engineering graduates and develop measurement scale to assess their skill sets. This research has been conducted in two phases: Phase 1 covers the scale development process and Phase 2 covers exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and validation. The findings of EFA resulted in ten factors of employability. Subsequently, CFA identified nine different factors: leadership, critical thinking, numeracy, sociability, using technology, planning and organizing, problem-solving, teamwork, and emotional intelligence skills. The values of CFA met the acceptance level of different fit indices and thus, resulted in a good model fit. Further, the internal consistency of the total scale yielded Cronbach's alpha value (α = 0.82). The threshold values of CR, AVE, and MSV also met the required criteria. Thus, it received a valid and reliable 26-item measurement scale of employability which can prove to be useful for academia, students, and employers in computer science and information technology.

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Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Portuguese-speaking Adults

Revista de Saúde Pública ◽

10.1590/s0034-89102012005000047 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 46 (4) ◽

pp. 702-711 ◽

Cited By ~ 48

Author(s):

Daniel Apolinario ◽

Rafaela de Castro Oliveira Pereira Braga ◽

Regina Miksian Magaldi ◽

Alexandre Leopold Busse ◽

Flavia Campora ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Health Literacy ◽

Construct Validity ◽

Psychometric Properties ◽

Assessment Tool ◽

Characteristic Curve ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Convenience Sample ◽

Inadequate Health Literacy

OBJECTIVE: To develop and validate a short health literacy assessment tool for Portuguese-speaking adults. METHODS: The Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Portuguese-speaking Adults is an assessment tool which consists of 50 items that assess an individual's ability to correctly pronounce and understand common medical terms. We evaluated the instrument's psychometric properties in a convenience sample of 226 Brazilian older adults. Construct validity was assessed by correlating the tool scores with years of schooling, self-reported literacy, and global cognitive functioning. Discrimination validity was assessed by testing the tool's accuracy in detecting inadequate health literacy, defined as failure to fully understand standard medical prescriptions. RESULTS: Moderate to high correlations were found in the assessment of construct validity (Spearman's coefficients ranging from 0.63 to 0.76). The instrument showed adequate internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha=0.93) and adequate test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient=0.95). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve for detection of inadequate health literacy was 0.82. A version consisting of 18 items was tested and showed similar psychometric properties. CONCLUSIONS: The instrument developed showed good validity and reliability in a sample of Brazilian older adults. It can be used in research and clinical settings for screening inadequate health literacy.

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Psychometric properties of the Persian version of the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE)

BMC Geriatrics ◽

10.1186/s12877-021-02337-0 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Omid Hatami ◽

Mahdi Aghabagheri ◽

Somayeh Kahdouei ◽

Khadijeh Nasiriani

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Content Validity ◽

The Elderly ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Persian Version ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Activity Scale ◽

Physical Activity Scale

Abstract Background Old age is associated with reduced physical ability. It is necessary to measure and evaluate the physical activity of older people. Implementing appropriate requires a valid and reliable tool. Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE) is the frequently used self-reported physical activity assessment for older adults. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the translation validity and reliability of the Persian version of the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly. Methods This study is a methodological, descriptive applied research was conducted on 300 older people. The translation process of the English version of PASE into Persian was carried out according to the process of translation and adaptation of scale recommended by the World Health Organization. The reliability of the scale was examined by calculating the Cronbach’s alpha, Pearson, and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). The reliability and validity of the scale were evaluated by following the “Consensus-Based Standards for the Selection of Health Status Measurement Instruments” (COSMIN) checklist. To assess the face and content validity, impact score (IS), the content validity ratio (CVR), and the content validity index (CVI) were determined. A confirmatory factor analysis was also performed. Results The experts approved the quality of the Persian version of PASE. The reliability was calculated with a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.94, an ICC of 0.99, and a test-retest correlation coefficient of 0.94. The qualitative and quantitative face validity of all questions by expert judgment and IS of greater than 1.5 was considered. Also, CVR and CVI scores of all questions were higher than 0.6 and 0.79, respectively. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed a good fit for the original three-factor structure. Conclusions The Persian or Farsi version of PASE was shown to have acceptable validity and reliability. This tool is suitable for measuring the physical activity level in the Persian elderly language special in clinical environments and therapeutic interventions.

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Validity and Reliability of the Indian Version of the HLS-EU-Q16 Questionnaire

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18020495 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (2) ◽

pp. 495

Author(s):

Jyoshma Preema Dsouza ◽

Stephan Van den Broucke ◽

Sanjay Pattanshetty

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Health Literacy ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Short Form ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Cronbach’S Alpha ◽

Indian Language ◽

Cronbach's Alpha ◽

Confirmatory Factor

Health literacy is a key topic in public health. Several measurement tools exist that operationalize health literacy, but only a few standard tools measure health literacy at a population level, and none of those are currently available for the Indian context. This study aimed to develop and validate an Indian version of the short form of the European Health literacy Questionnaire (HLS-EU Q16). Following the translation of the English version of the questionnaire in Hindi and Kannada by language experts and confirmation of the item content by health literacy experts, the questionnaire was administered to 158 Hindi speaking and 182 Kannada speaking individuals, selected via purposive sampling. Pearson’s correlation was used to confirm test–retest reliability, and confirmatory factor analysis was used to assess the construct validity of the scales in both languages. Cronbach’s alpha was calculated for the scales and their sub-domains, and item-total correlations were used to calculate item discriminant indices. Discriminant validity was examined by comparing scores of participant groups based on educational status and training in health care. Cronbach’s alpha for the Hindi version of the tool (HLS-IND-HIN-Q16) was 0.98, and for Kannada version (HLS-IND-KAN-Q16) 0.97. Confirmatory factor analysis produced fit indices within acceptable limits. The results allowed us to conclude that the two Indian language questionnaires allow valid and reliable measurements of health literacy among the Hindi and Kannada speaking population of India.

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Psychometric properties of a Chinese version of the Fraboni Scale of Ageism: evidence from medical students sample

10.21203/rs.2.20483/v2 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Jun-Yao Fan ◽

Hui-Min Zhao ◽

Yue-Ting Liu ◽

Ling-Lin Kong ◽

Jing Mao ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Medical Students ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Construct Validity ◽

Content Validity ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Chinese Version ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Chinese Medical Students

Abstract Background The increasing of older adults has led to enormous demand for medical care. However, as a group with unique needs and characteristics, older adults are often discriminated against in the medical field. In this paper, we aimed to translate the Fraboni Scale of Ageism (FSA) into Chinese and examine its construct validity, content validity, and reliability in Chinese mainland medical students. In order to evaluate the prevalence of ageism in Chinese medical students and prompt medical college to adopt necessary teaching methods to mitigate ageism in medical students. Methods By Brislin's translation guidelines, FSA was translated to Chinese. The convenient sampling method was used to select samples for this survey, including 1,974 students from two medical schools in central and north China. Construct validity was verified by the exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. The content validity index (CVI) was used to assess content validity. The Cronbach's alpha coefficients and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) were used to estimate reliability. Results The alpha coefficients for FSA (Chinese version) was 0.81 and ICC was 0.87. The CVI was 0.93. Three factors were identified by exploratory factor analysis explaining 34.84% of the total variance and a three-factor model was confirmed to fit by confirmatory factor analysis. Conclusions FSA (Chinese version) is a reliable and valid scale for measuring discrimination degree against the older adults in Chinese medical students.

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Adaption and validity of the “Physical Activity Class Satisfaction Questionnaire» (PACSQ) in Greek educational dancing context

Cuadernos de Psicología del Deporte ◽

10.6018/cpd.421821 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (2) ◽

pp. 13-23

Author(s):

Filippos Filippou ◽

Stella Rokka ◽

Stella Douka ◽

Athena Pitsi ◽

Aikaterini Koupani ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

Factor Model ◽

Related Factor ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Activity Class ◽

Satisfaction Questionnaire ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Degree Of Satisfaction ◽

Positive Feelings

La satisfacción es un factor que contribuye a aumentar la participación en las actividades deportivas, principalmente porque está vinculada a procedimientos conductuales responsables de generar sentimientos positivos en las personas involucradas. El objetivo de este estudio fue confirmar el "Cuestionario de Satisfacción de La Clase de Educación Física" en un contexto educativo de danza griega. También se examinó la coherencia interna del cuestionario. La muestra del estudio consistió en 482 participantes, 184 de los cuales eran hombres y 298 eran mujeres. Todos los participantes asistieron a cursos de danza tradicional griega en diferentes asociaciones de danza en Grecia. La escala consta de 45 preguntas que constituyen nueve factores. Se realizaron los siguientes análisis estadísticos: La validez y fiabilidad del cuestionario se examinaron mediante un análisis de factores exploratorios y un análisis de factores confirmatorios. Se llevó a cabo un análisis de fiabilidad para examinar la cohesión interna de los factores. Se calcularon estadísticas descriptivas para examinar ampliamente el grado de satisfacción. El análisis de los resultados llegó a la siguiente conclusión: a) La versión griega del cuestionario mostró propiedades psicométricas estacionarias estables, que apoyan parcialmente su uso en el contexto de la danza griega. b) Las correlaciones entre las subescalas indicaban un modelo de factor relacionado que soporta la validez de la construcción de escalas. Satisfaction is a contributing factor to increasing participation in sports activities, especially due to the fact that it is linked to behavioral procedures responsible for causing positive feelings to people involved. The aim of this study was to confirm the “Physical Activity Class Satisfaction Questionnaire” in a Greek educational dancing context. The internal consistency of the questionnaire has also been examined. The sample of the study consisted of 482 participants, 184 males, and 298 females. All participants have attended Greek traditional dance courses in dancing associations among Greece. The scale consists of 45 questions which constitute nine factors. The following statistical analyses were carried out: Questionnaire’s validity and reliability were examined via exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis. Reliability analysis was conducted to examine the internal cohesion of the factors. Descriptive statistics have been calculated to broadly examine the degree of satisfaction. Results’ analysis arrived at the following conclusion: a. The Greek version of the questionnaire has shown stable stationary psychometric properties, which partially support its use in the Greek dancing context. b. Correlations among subscales indicated a related factor model supporting the construct validity of the scale. A satisfação é um fator que contribui para aumentar a participação nas atividades desportivas, principalmentepor estar ligada a procedimentos comportamentais responsáveis por gerarem sentimentos positivos nas pessoas envolvidas. O objetivo deste estudo foi confirmar o “Questionário de Satisfação da Aula de Educação Física” num contexto educacional grego de dança. A consistência interna do questionário também foi examinada. A amostra do estudo foi composta por 482 participantes, sendo que 184 eram homens e 298 eram mulheres. Todos os participantes frequentaram cursos de dança tradicional grega em diferentes associações de dança na Grécia. A escala é composta por 45 questões que constituem nove fatores. Foram realizadas as seguintes análises estatísticas: A validade e confiabilidade do questionário foram examinadas através de uma análise de fatores exploratória e uma análise de fatores confirmatória. A análise de confiabilidade foi conduzida para examinar a coesão interna dos fatores. Foram calculadas estatísticas descritivas para examinaramplamente o grau de satisfação. A análise dos resultados chegou à seguinte conclusão: a) A versão grega do questionário mostrou propriedades psicométricas estacionárias estáveis, que suportam parcialmente o seu uso no contexto da dança grega. b) As correlações entre as subescalas indicaram um modelo de fator relacionado que suporta a validade de construção da escala.

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