The White Racial Affect Scale (WRAS): A Measure of White Guilt, Shame, and Negation

The construct White guilt is typically motivated by the recognition of unearned and unfair racial privileges, the acknowledgement of personal racist attitudes or behavior, and/or the sense of responsibility for others’ racist attitudes or behavior. Empirical and conceptual work suggests mixed consequences of White guilt: it may correspond with antiracist attitudes and behavior, but it may also motivate defensiveness and disengagement. We addressed weaknesses in existing psychometric tools used to measure White guilt by synthesizing approaches from the literature on White racial emotions and self-conscious affect, and by attempting to distinguish between White guilt and shame. The results of Study 1 yielded a three-factor structure of White Guilt, Negation, and White Shame, and provided initial support for construct validity. In Study 2, a confirmatory factor analysis provided mixed support for a three-factor structure. In Study 3, our results suggest test-retest reliability over two weeks.

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Factorial Validity and Factorial Invariance Across Gender of the Frost Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale-Chinese version in Undergraduates

Psychological Reports ◽

10.1177/00332941211018402 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 003329412110184

Author(s):

Qian Liu ◽

Huihui Yang ◽

Wanrong Peng ◽

Zhaoxia Liu ◽

Jingwei Wang ◽

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Keyword(s):

Gender Differences ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Factorial Invariance ◽

Chinese Version ◽

Factorial Validity ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽

Reliability Indicators ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Chinese Young Adults ◽

Test Retest Reliability

Objective This study was aimed to examine the factor structure and factorial invariance across gender of the Frost Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale-Chinese version (FMPS-CV). Methods The FMPS-CV was completed by 2451 undergraduates. Confirmatory factor analyses (CFA) were performed to verify its factorial validity, and Multigroup CFA were performed to examine its factorial invariance across gender. Gender differences were compared on scores of FMPS-CV. The internal consistency and test-retest reliability were also detected. Clinical characteristics were compared between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionists categorized by positive and negative scores of FMPS-CV. Results CFA supported the six-factor structure of FMPS-CV, and Multigroup CFA evidenced its factorial invariance across gender. No significant gender differences were found. The adaptive perfectionists scored significantly lower on clinical variables than maladaptive perfectionists. Moreover, the reliability indicators met the standards. Conclusions The good psychometrics properties of FMPS-CV supported it could be used to assess perfectionism in Chinese young adults.

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THE LEVENSON LOCUS OF CONTROL SCALES: CONFIRMATORY FACTOR ANALYSES AND EVALUATION

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.1997.25.1.93 ◽

1997 ◽

Vol 25 (1) ◽

pp. 93-103 ◽

Cited By ~ 29

Author(s):

Paul K. Presson ◽

Steven C. Clark ◽

Victor A. Benassi

Keyword(s):

Locus Of Control ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Depressive Symptomatology ◽

Predictive Ability ◽

Factor Models ◽

Factor Analyses ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Three Factor

Confirmatory factor analyses were conducted to test the factor structure of several versions of Levenson's (1973) locus of control scales. Two- and three-factor models based on all 24 of Levenson's items and on 20 of her items were tested. The 3-factor models provided a good fit. Models proposed by R. M. Shewchuk, G. A. Foelker Jr., and G. Niederehe (1990) and R. M. Shewchuk, G. A Foelker Jr., C. J. Camp, and F. Blanchard-Fields (1992) also provided a good fit of the data. In concurrent and prospective tests of the predictive ability of the various models, the 24 and 20 item versions of Levenson's models accounted for a significant amount of variance In depressive symptomatology. The three-factor models revealed that only scores on the chance scale reliably predicted time 2 depressive symptomatology. Neither of the models proposed by Shewchuk and colleagues accounted for a significant amount of variance.

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406 - Spanish validation of the Revised Memory and Behavior Problems Checklist- Nursing Homes (RMBPC-NH)

International Psychogeriatrics ◽

10.1017/s1041610220002598 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 32 (S1) ◽

pp. 122-122

Author(s):

Gema Perez-Rojo ◽

Javier López ◽

Cristina Velasco ◽

Cristina Noriega ◽

José Ángel Martínez-Huertas ◽

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Keyword(s):

Nursing Homes ◽

Behavior Problems ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Factor Model ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Quality Of Work Life ◽

Structure Reliability ◽

Spanish Validation ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

And Behavior

IntroductionThe behavior problems in residents may affect professionals’ performance at work, quality of work life, and even their health. Thus, it is important to have instruments that allow to estimate their prevalence. The objective of this study was to validate the Revised Memory and Behavior Problems Checklist-Nursing Homes (RMBPC-NH; Allen et al., 2003) in a Spanish population. Specifically, it was tested the factor structure of the RMBPC-NH proposed by Wagner et al. (1995). Moreover, the relevance of the different types of problems for the working performance, at the level of individuals and institutions, was explored.MethodIn the present study, a total of 200 professionals participated.ResultsA Confirmatory Factor Analysis was conducted using WLSMV estimator in Mplus 7. Results showed a good fit to the data for the four-factor model (?2(813) = 1733.73, p<.001, CFI = .90, TIL = .90, RMSEA = .08). Thus, it can be concluded that the original factor structure proposed by Wagner et al. (1995) and replicated by Allen et al. (2003) can also be applied to Spanish staff nursing homes. The reliability of the scale was adequate (α from .86 to .93). Moreover, different descriptive and correlational results showed that both the factor scores of the Spanish adaptation of the RMBPC-NH and the importance of each type of problem were associated to different variable related.DiscussionAfter analyzing the factor structure, reliability and validity of the adaptation of the RMBPC-NH scale for Spanish staff nursing homes it has found that it has good psychometric properties, so it could be a useful tool for this population.This work was funded by the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (grant number PSI2016-79803-R).

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Psychometric Properties of the Slovak Version of Short Dark Triad

European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education ◽

10.3390/ejihpe11030047 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 649-666

Author(s):

Radka Čopková ◽

Leoš Šafár

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Factor Model ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Dark Triad ◽

Slovak Population ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Convergent And Divergent Validity ◽

Time Test ◽

Test Retest Reliability ◽

Three Factor

The Short Dark Triad is a scale used to capture three aversive personality traits—Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy on the subclinical level. The present study aimed to verify the psychometric properties of the Slovak version of the Short Dark Triad scale in three studies. The first two studies aimed to examine the reliability of the scale. The aim of Study 1 was to examine the factor structure of SD3. A three-factor model consisting of three latent intercorrelated factors in a unidimensional and bifactorial model were examined on a sample of 588 participants. Study 2 aimed to test the consistency of the results over time (test–retest reliability) on the sample of 117 participants. In Study 3, convergent and divergent validity was examined on the sample of 333 participants. For both kinds of validity examination, the Slovak version of NEO-FFI was used. The internal consistency of the subscales and test results, the same as the retest results, were satisfactory. The relationships between the scales were found to be significant. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) results supported the original three-factor model. Significant interrelations have been established between Machiavellianism and openness, agreeableness and conscientiousness; narcissism and neuroticism, extraversion and agreeableness; psychopathy and openness, agreeableness and conscientiousness. The Short Dark Triad achieved satisfactory values of reliability and validity; therefore, it can be used on the Slovak population.

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Exploring the dimensionality of the TRIM-18 in the Spanish context

Anales de Psicología ◽

10.6018/analesps.33.2.264461 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 33 (3) ◽

pp. 548 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Maria Fernández-Capo ◽

Silvia Recoder ◽

Juana Gómez-Benito ◽

María Gámiz ◽

Pilar Gual ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Spanish Population ◽

Factor Analyses ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽

Reliability Method ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Potential Use ◽

Three Factor

Introduction: The Transgression-Related Interpersonal Motivation (TRIM-18) Inventory is an instrument that assesses episodic forgiveness. This scale is composed of three subscales: avoidance, revenge and benevolence. The present study examined the dimensionality of the Spanish version of the TRIM-18 (TRIM-18-S) and provided evidence of validity and reliability. Method: A total of 943 participants completed the TRIM-18-S. A subset of 277 participants completed additional measures of empathy, anger, and information regarding the relation with the offender. Results: The TRIM-18-S showed good psychometric properties, and confirmatory factor analyses revealed a three-factor structure. Conclusions: The scale presents adequate psychometric properties for its potential use in a Spanish population.

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Factor Structure and Reliability of Dyadic Adjustment Scale (DAS) in Russian Population

Counseling Psychology and Psychotherapy ◽

10.17759/cpp.2018260306 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 26 (3) ◽

pp. 105-126

Author(s):

J.M. Poliakova ◽

M.G. Sorokova ◽

N.G. Garanian

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Factor Structure ◽

External Validity ◽

Well Being ◽

Dyadic Adjustment ◽

Subjective Well Being ◽

Dyadic Adjustment Scale ◽

Russian Version ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Three Factor

This study examines the psychometric properties of the Russian-version of G. Spanier’s Dyadic Adjustment Scale (DAS). 302 subjects (84 couples) participated in this research and each partner responded individually to the PFB or to both scales. The results of the exploratory factor analysis revealed a three-factor structure of the scale, which was endorsed by the means of confirmatory factor analysis. Three subscales and total score revealed appropriate reliability — internal consistency and split reliability. The construct validity was confirmed by correlations between DAS subscales and other instruments testing theoretically close constructs. External validity was confirmed by correlations between DAS subscales and perfectionism which shows that mentally focusing on one’s imperfections and failures is negatively related to subjective well-being in a marriage.

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Scale development of occupational identity and testing model of antecedents and outcome variables of occupational identity

The Korean Journal of Industrial and Organizational Psychology ◽

10.24230/kjiop.v27i4.617-642 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 27 (4) ◽

pp. 617-642 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

HongJoon Yoo ◽

TaeYong Yoo ◽

TaeIn Chung ◽

Seongho Bae ◽

AReum Jo

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Common Factor ◽

Occupational Identity ◽

Future Research ◽

Workplace Satisfaction ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Intention To Continue ◽

Three Factor

The first purpose of this study was to define the construct of occupational identity and develop the scale of occupational identity, the second purpose of this study was to examine the factor structure of occupational identity using exploratory common factor analysis and test the discriminant validity of occupational identity with workplace satisfaction, and third purpose of this study was to test the model of antecedents and outcome variables of occupational identity using confirmatory factor analysis. For fulfilling these purposes, three studies were conducted. Data were gathered from 390 workers in study 1, 505 workers in study 2, 1,115 workers in study 3. As a result, the three-factor structure of occupational identity was stably replicated, although the sample was changed. The occupational identity had discriminant validity with workplace satisfaction. Except for person-occupation fit(a subfactor of occupational identity) had a high correlation with general, occupational satisfaction(a subfactor of workplace satisfaction), other subfactors of occupational identity generally had low correlations with other subfactors of workplace satisfaction. It was found that the occupational identity was derived from occupational reputation, dedication to the occupation, occupational pride, and mission to the occupation. And the occupational identity resulted in the purpose of the worker’s life and intention to continue the worker’s occupation. Based on these results, We made discussions about implications, limitations, and future research tasks.

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Evidence of Validity and Reliability of the Lasher and Faulkender Anxiety about Aging Scale in Mexican Older Adults

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9121612 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (12) ◽

pp. 1612

Author(s):

María del Carmen Zueck-Enríquez ◽

Ma. Concepción Soto ◽

Susana Ivonne Aguirre ◽

Martha Ornelas ◽

Humberto Blanco ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Physical Appearance ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

The Elderly ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Validity Indicators ◽

Mediating Factor ◽

And Behavior ◽

Attitudes And Behavior

Anxiety about aging is an important mediating factor in attitudes and behavior toward elderly individuals as well as a mediating factor in the adjustment to one’s own aging processes. The aim of this study was to analyze the factor structure, internal consistency and factorial invariance by sex of the Lasher and Faulkender Anxiety about Aging Scale. The sample consisted of 601 Mexican older adults, 394 women and 207 men, with a mean age of 70.69 ± 8.10 years. The factor structure of the questionnaire was analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis. Analyses show that a four-factor structure is feasible and adequate. The four-factor structure (fear of the elderly, psychological concerns, physical appearance and fear of loss), according to statistical and substantive criteria, showed adequate reliability and validity indicators. However, the obtained model does not fully coincide with that proposed by the questionnaire authors, although it continues to support the multi-factor component of anxiety about aging. On the other hand, the factor structure, the factor loadings and the intercepts are considered invariant in the two populations (men and women); however, there are differences between populations on the means of the physical appearance and fear of loss factors.

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Three-Factor Structure of Adult Attachment in the Workplace: Comparison of British, French, and Italian Samples

Psychological Reports ◽

10.2466/49.pr0.115c25z2 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 115 (2) ◽

pp. 627-642 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Fabrizio Scrima ◽

Liliane Rioux ◽

Lucrezia Lorito

Keyword(s):

Great Britain ◽

Organizational Commitment ◽

Construct Validity ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Adult Attachment ◽

Attachment Styles ◽

Affective Commitment ◽

Factor Model ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Three Factor

The goal was to compare three-factor and two-factor solutions and construct validity of the Adult Attachment in the Workplace (AAW) questionnaire. Participants were 660 volunteers from three countries (France, Italy, and Great Britain). The two-factor model of Neustadt, Chamorro-Premuzic, & Furnham (2006) and the three-factor theoretical model of Collins and Read (1990) were compared. Construct validity was assessed by calculating correlations among the two- and three-factor AAW, the Workplace Attachment Scale, and the Organizational Commitment Scale. The three-factor structure differentiated between the three attachment styles, i.e., secure, preoccupied, and avoidant. There were moderate, significant correlations between AAW, workplace attachment, and affective commitment. Confirmatory factor analysis indicated that the three-factor structure fit the data better. Furthermore, the AAW, the Workplace Attachment Scale, and the Organizational Commitment Scale can be considered independent. In line with previous empirical evidence, a further distinction is noted between avoidant and preoccupied styles in the workplace.

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Attachment Avoidance and Anxiety in Adolescence: Turkish Adaptation of the Experiences in Close Relationships-Relationship Structures Scale

Psychological Reports ◽

10.1177/0033294118785562 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 122 (4) ◽

pp. 1372-1394

Author(s):

Savaş Karataş ◽

İlkay Demir

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Close Relationships ◽

Attachment Avoidance ◽

Internal Reliability ◽

Retest Reliability ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Relationship Structures ◽

Test Retest Reliability

The aim of the present study is to test the factor structure and reliability of the Experience of Close Relationships-Relationship Structures Scale (ECR-RS) mother, father, romantic partner, close friend forms among Turkish adolescents. In order to test the structure validity of the ECR-RS, exploratory factor analysis is performed on a sample of 214 participants in Study 1, and to further investigate the structure validity, confirmatory factor analysis is performed on a second sample of 286 participants in Study 2. Within the scope of the reliability studies of the ECR-RS, internal reliability and test–retest reliability of the Turkish ECR-RS are also tested. The results of the explanatory and confirmatory factor analysis, Cronbach’s alpha coefficients, and test–retest reliability scores supported the original two-factor structure (attachment avoidance and attachment anxiety) for all forms of the ECR-RS among Turkish adolescents.

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