scholarly journals The Big Three Perfectionism Scale–Short Form (BTPS-SF): Development of a Brief Self-Report Measure of Multidimensional Perfectionism

2019 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Feher ◽  
Martin M. Smith ◽  
Donald H. Saklofske ◽  
Rachel A. Plouffe ◽  
Claire A. Wilson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Acceptable Model ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Report Measure

The Big Three Perfectionism Scale (BTPS) is a 45-item self-report measure of perfectionism with three overarching factors: rigid, self-critical, and narcissistic perfectionism. Our objective was to create a brief version of the BTPS, the Big Three Perfectionism Scale–Short Form (BTPS-SF). Sixteen items were selected, and confirmatory factor analysis using a large sample of Canadian university students ( N = 607) revealed the BTPS-SF had acceptable model fit. Moreover, the BTPS-SF displayed strong test–retest reliability. The relationships of the BTPS-SF factors with depression, anxiety, stress, emotional intelligence, personality, resiliency, and elements of subjective well-being also suggested adequate criterion validity. Overall, results suggest the BTPS-SF represents an efficient, easily administered, and novel means of assessing multidimensional perfectionism.

Development and Psychometric Properties of the Student Worry Questionnaire–30

2001 ◽  
Vol 88 (1) ◽  
pp. 277-290 ◽  
Author(s):  
Augustine Osman ◽  
Peter M. Gutierrez ◽  
William R. Downs ◽  
Beverly A. Kopper ◽  
Francisco X. Barrios ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Report ◽  
General Anxiety ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Scale Scores ◽  
Oblimin Rotation ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Report Measure

Described are the development and initial psychometric properties (Ns = 50 and 188) of a self-report measure, the Student Worry Questionnaire–30, for use with college undergraduates Exploratory principal components analyses (Ns = 388, 350, and 396) with oblimin rotation indicated six domains of worrisome thinking, financial-related concerns, significant others' well-being, social adequacy concerns, academic concerns, and general anxiety symptoms. The total score and scale scores showed internal consistency of .80 to .94. Also, test-retest reliability analyses (.75 to .80) support consistency of responses over 4 wk. Strong evidence for convergent validity was indicated. Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the fit of the 6-factor oblique model. Limitations of the present studies, and directions for research are discussed.

scholarly journals Development of the SWB-HL: A Scale of the Subjective Well-Being of Older Adults With Hearing Loss

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Larry E. Humes
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Response Characteristics ◽  
Report Measure

The objective of this research was to develop and evaluate a self-report measure of subjective well-being (SWB) for use with older adults with hearing loss (HL). A convenience sample of 173 local volunteers between the ages of 60 and 88 years (M = 74.4; SD = 7.2 years) participated in this study. The initial 18-item version of the scale was constructed, response characteristics examined, and then subjected to factor analysis, as well as evaluation of the scales' reliability and validity. The analysis of response characteristics and subsequent factor analysis resulted in the elimination of eight of the 18 test items. The SWB-HL Total score was derived from the 10 remaining items. It was shown that the SWB-HL tapped three underlying domains interpreted as: Life Satisfaction (three items); Acceptance of Hearing Loss (Accept HL; four items); and Social Support (three items). Psychometric analysis showed very good reliability and good criterion validity was established for the 10-item SWB-HL Total score. In addition, significant differences were observed between aided and unaided SWB-HL Total scores following 4–6 weeks of hearing aid use. The SWB-HL is a 10-item self-report measure of SWB that shows good reliability and validity when used by older adults with hearing loss and reveals improved SWB following the use of hearing aids.

scholarly journals Propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Satisfacción con la Vida en los Estudiantes (SLSS) de Huebner en niños y niñas de 10 a 12 años de Chile

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 383 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaime Alfaro ◽  
Javier Guzman ◽  
David Sirlopu ◽  
Catalina Garcia ◽  
Fernando Reyes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Social Indicators ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Acceptable Reliability

<p>This paper analizes the psychometric properties of the Huebner’s SLSS in a sample of Chilean boys and girls. It was applied to 1096 students between 10 and 12 years old (M=11; SD= 0.89) who attended public, semiprivate and private schools in Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción. Reliability analysis of internal consistency, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were made. Results show an acceptable reliability in the internal consistency of the scale (α=.86); the factor analysis reveals two factors in the factor structure of the scale that correspond with life satisfaction and desire of change. The bi-factor solution of the model is discussed whereas it does not correspond to results in other investigations. This study reports results of the SLSS in child population and contributes to the use and development of assessment tools for social indicators that consider the self-report of subjective well-being in Chilean children.</p>

Development of the Adherence to Healthy Behaviors Scale

2021 ◽  
pp. 105477382098862
Author(s):  
Chen-Hui Huang ◽  
Dhea Natashia ◽  
Tzu-Chia Lin ◽  
Miaofen Yen
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Healthy Behaviors ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Reliable Instrument ◽  
Principal Axis Factor Analysis ◽  
Southern Taiwan ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Adherence to healthy behaviors is a protective factor in the disease progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Measuring adherence can lead to the recognition of unhealthy behaviors and the suggestion of programs to prevent poor health outcomes. An assessment measurement for patients with CKD not requiring dialysis was developed and psychometrically tested. A convenience sample ( n = 330) of patients with CKD attending a nephrology clinic in southern Taiwan completed the 13-item Adherence to Healthy Behaviors Scale (AHBS). A principal axis factor analysis and a parallel analysis demonstrated a three-factor structure accounting for 47.16% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis indicated a good model fit. The criterion-related validity was adequate ( r = .51; p < .000), with a Cronbach’s alpha of .70; the test-retest reliability demonstrated good stability ( r = .70; p < .000). The AHBS is a valid, reliable instrument to assess adherence to healthy behaviors among patients with CKD.

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

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.

scholarly journals Οικογενειακοί-σχολικοί παράγοντες που σχετίζονται με τα προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς μαθητών δημοτικού σχολείου και η διαχείρισή τους στο πλαίσιο της οικογένειας και του σχολείου

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Μαρία Σμυρνάκη
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Parental Acceptance ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Path Models

Σκοπός της παρούσας μελέτης ήταν η διερεύνηση οικογενειακών και σχολικών παραγόντων που σχετίζονται με τα προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς μαθητών δημοτικού σχολείου και των πρακτικών διαχείρισής τους στο πλαίσιο της οικογένειας και του σχολείου στην ημιαστική περιοχή του Γαζίου, του Νομού Ηρακλείου Κρήτης. Ειδικότερα, επρόκειτο για μια μελέτη περίπτωσης που βασίστηκε στη συλλογή εμπειρικών και ποιοτικών δεδομένων. Στο εμπειρικό της μέρος, πραγματοποιήθηκε συγκριτική έρευνα ανάμεσα σε 55 μαθητές με προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς (ερευνητική ομάδα) και σε 55 μαθητές χωρίς προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς (ομάδα ελέγχου), που ανήκαν στις τρεις τελευταίες τάξεις του δημοτικού σχολείου, με τη χορήγηση 7 συνολικά ερωτηματολογίων: 1) Ερωτηματολόγιο TRF για Εκπαιδευτικούς (32 Ερωτήσεις) Παιδιών Ηλικίας 6-18 ετών (Achenbach & Rescorla, 2003), 2) Εργαλείο Ψυχοκοινωνικής Προσαρμογής: Κλίμακα Αυτοαναφοράς για Μαθητές 10-12 ετών (Χατζηχρήστου, Πολυχρόνη, Μπεζεβέγκης, & Μυλωνάς, 2008), 3) Εργαλείο Ψυχοκοινωνικής Προσαρμογής: Κλίμακα Εκπαιδευτικού για Παιδιά 7-12 ετών (Χατζηχρήστου, Πολυχρόνη, Μπεζεβέγκης, & Μυλωνάς, 2008), 4) PARQ/Parental Acceptance-Rejection/Short Form (Rohner, 2004), 5) TARQ/Teacher’s Acceptance-Rejection/Short Form (Rohner, 2004), 6) SFI/Self Report Family Inventory, Version II (Beavers & Hampson, 1990) και 7) Το Ερωτηματολόγιο της Τάξης μου για το Δημοτικό Σχολείο (ΤΕΤ/Βούλγαρης & Ματσαγγούρας, 2004). Το ποιοτικό μέρος περιελάμβανε τη μελέτη 12 συνολικά περιπτώσεων μαθητών με προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς και τη διεξαγωγή ημιδομημένων συνεντεύξεων στους ίδιους τους μαθητές, στους γονείς και στους δασκάλους τους (36 συνολικά συνεντεύξεις), όπου κατά κύριο λόγο διερευνήθηκαν: οι πρακτικές διαχείρισης που υιοθετούνται από τους γονείς και τους δασκάλους απέναντι στα προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς των μαθητών, ο τρόπος που αυτές βιώνονται από τους μαθητές, οι αντιδράσεις που τους προκαλούν και η αποτίμηση της αποτελεσματικότητάς τους κι από τις τρεις πλευρές. Η ανάλυση των εμπειρικών δεδομένων της έρευνας, η οποία βασίστηκε στο Στατιστικό Πακέτο IBM SPSS Statistics Version 20, περιελάμβανε Διμεταβλητές Σχέσεις, Διερευνητική Παραγοντική Ανάλυση/Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Επιβεβαιωτική Παραγοντική Ανάλυση /Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) και Ανάλυση Διαδρομών/Path Analysis, όπου εξετάστηκε η προσαρμογή 9 διαφορετικών Μοντέλων Διαδρομών/Path Models. Οι συνεντεύξεις της ποιοτικής μελέτης αναλύθηκαν με τη μέθοδο της ανάλυσης περιεχομένου. Σύμφωνα με τα βασικότερα ευρήματα του εμπειρικού μέρους: 1) η αυτοαντίληψη του μαθητή διαδραματίζει τον πιο σημαντικό ρόλο στην πρόβλεψη των προβλημάτων συμπεριφοράς στο συγκεκριμένο πληθυσμό μαθητών, συγκρινόμενη τους άλλους παράγοντες ψυχοκοινωνικής του ανάπτυξης (κοινωνική, συναισθηματική και σχολική επάρκεια), 2) η εχθρότητα/επιθετικότητα του πατέρα και της μητέρας προβλέπουν σε σημαντικό βαθμό την παρουσία προβλημάτων συμπεριφοράς στον πληθυσμό αυτό, 3) η στάση αποδοχής/απόρριψης των δύο γονιών συνάδει μεταξύ τους, με τη στάση του πατέρα να επηρεάζει τη στάση της μητέρας στις ήπιες μορφές απόρριψης και τη στάση της μητέρας να επηρεάζει τη στάση του πατέρα στις πιο έντονες μορφές απόρριψης, ενώ η αντίστοιχη στάση του δασκάλου επηρεάζεται από τη στάση του πατέρα, 4) η ζεστασιά/στοργή της μητέρας διαδραματίζει τον πιο σημαντικό ρόλο στην πρόβλεψη των προβλημάτων συμπεριφοράς και της σχολικής επάρκειας των μαθητών αυτών, συγκρινόμενη με τις άλλες διαστάσεις μητρικής και πατρικής αποδοχής/απόρριψης, ενώ τόσο η συνοχή, όσο και η σύγκρουση της οικογένειας προβλέπουν με τον ίδιο τρόπο την υγιή/ικανή οικογενειακή λειτουργία και 5) η αδιαφοροποίητη απόρριψη του δασκάλου προβλέπει στο μεγαλύτερο βαθμό την παρουσία προβλημάτων συμπεριφοράς στο συγκεκριμένο πληθυσμό μελέτης συγκριτικά με τις άλλες διαστάσεις αποδοχής/απόρριψης του δασκάλου, ενώ τόσο η συνεκτικότητα, όσο και η διενεκτικότητα της τάξης προβλέπουν με τον ίδιο τρόπο την ικανοποίηση από τη λειτουργία της τάξης. Ακόμα, βάσει των κυριότερων δεδομένων του ποιοτικού μέρους της έρευνας: 1) υπερισχύουν οι αρνητικές γονικές και εκπαιδευτικές πρακτικές αντιμετώπισης της προβληματικής συμπεριφοράς των μαθητών (π.χ. ανέβασμα του τόνου της φωνής, τιμωρίες, φυσική/σωματική επιθετικότητα), σύμφωνα με τις αναφορές των ίδιων των μαθητών, 2) οι πρακτικές των γονιών κι ειδικά της μητέρας βιώνονται από τους μαθητές ως πιο σκληρές από εκείνες των δασκάλων τους και συνήθως συνδέονται με τη μη συμμόρφωσή τους, σε αντιδιαστολή με εκείνες του δασκάλου, στις οποίες οι μαθητές συμμορφώνονται, 3) οι αρνητικές γονικές πρακτικές προκαλούν συναισθήματα στενοχώριας, φόβου και θυμού στους μαθητές, 4) οι αποτελεσματικές γονικές και εκπαιδευτικές πρακτικές ομόφωνα συνδέονται, κατά την αντίληψη των τριών πλευρών, με θετικούς κυρίως τρόπους προσέγγισης των μαθητών (π.χ. συζήτηση, ενθάρρυνση, χιούμορ), ενώ οι αναποτελεσματικές πρακτικές με αποκλειστικά αρνητικούς τρόπους προσέγγισής τους (π.χ. ανέβασμα του τόνου της φωνής, τιμωρία, επίπληξη) και 5) οι μαθητές ζητούν από τους γονείς και τους δασκάλους τους να σταματήσουν τις αρνητικές πρακτικές και να αυξήσουν τις θετικές πρακτικές που εφαρμόζουν. Πρόκειται για δεδομένα που συμβάλλουν σημαντικά στη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του συγκεκριμένου πληθυσμού μελέτης, η οποία συνιστά αναγκαία προϋπόθεση και συνθήκη για το σχεδιασμό και την υλοποίηση εστιασμένων/αποτελεσματικών προληπτικών προγραμμάτων και παρεμβάσεων σχετικά με την προβληματική/αντικοινωνική (επιθετική και παραβατική) συμπεριφορά των προ-εφήβων μαθητών.

scholarly journals A self-report measure of perfectionism: A confirmatory factor analysis of the Swedish version of the Clinical Perfectionism Questionnaire

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Allison Parks ◽  
Jakob Clason van de Leur ◽  
Marcus Strååt ◽  
Fredrik Elfving ◽  
Gerhard Andersson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Structural Validity ◽  
Swedish Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Best Fit ◽  
Report Measure

Background Perfectionism is often defined as the strive for achievement and high standards, but can also lead to negative consequences. In addition to affecting performance and interpersonal relationships, perfectionism can result in mental distress. A number of different self-report measures have been put forward to assess perfectionism. Specifically intended for clinical practice and research, the Clinical Perfectionism Questionnaire (CPQ) was developed and is presently available in English and Persian. To promote its use in additional contexts, the current study has translated and investigated the psychometric properties of the Swedish version of the CPQ. Method A Confirmatory Factor Analysis was performed to examine the best fit with data, using a priori-models and a sample of treatment-seeking participants screened for eligibility to receive Internet-based cognitive behavior therapy (n = 223). Results The results indicated a lack of fit with data. A two-factor structure without the two reversed items (2 and 8) exhibited the best fit, perfectionistic strivings and perfectionistic concerns, but still had poor structural validity. Correlations with self-report measures of perfectionism, depression, anxiety, dysfunctional beliefs, self-criticism, quality of life, and self-compassion were all in the expected directions. Eight-week test-retest correlation was Pearson r = .62, 95% Confidence Interval [.45, .74], using data from 72 participants in the wait-list control, and the internal consistency for the CPQ, once removing the reversely scored items, was Cronbach’s α = .72. Conclusion The CPQ can be used as a self-report measure in Swedish, but further research on its structural validity is needed.

scholarly journals Psychometric validation of the Carers of Older People in Europe Index among family caregivers of older persons with dementia

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 205031211879281
Author(s):  
Jill-Marit Moholt ◽  
Oddgeir Friborg ◽  
Mari Wolff Skaalvik ◽  
Nils Henriksen
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Older People ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Dementia Caregivers ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Objectives: The Carers of Older People in Europe Index is a first-stage assessment tool to detect family caregivers in need of support. This instrument assesses caregivers’ subjective perceptions of their caregiving circumstances. The present study examines the psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the Carers of Older People in Europe Index among family caregivers for older persons with dementia living at home. Methods: Cross-sectional survey data were collected from 430 dementia caregivers. The sample was randomly split as follows: the first half of the sample was used to identify the measurement model using an exploratory factor analysis, and the second half of the sample was used to cross-validate the model using a confirmatory factor analysis. The criterion validity and reliability (internal consistency and test–retest reliability) of the Carers of Older People in Europe Index were also examined. Results: Using an exploratory factor analysis, we extracted three factors that were consistent with previous findings: negative impact of caregiving, positive values of caregiving and quality of support. This model fit the data well using a confirmatory factor analysis. Moreover, a second-order model could replace the three-factor correlated model without sacrificing the model fit, supporting the use of a global impact of caregiving score. The three factors and the global factor correlated with the criteria measures in the expected directions. The internal consistency was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha and was good for the negative impact ( α = 0.86) and the quality of support ( α = 0.76) factors. The positive values factor was less consistent ( α = 0.64). The test–retest reliability was examined using Spearman’s rank order correlation and was good for all three factors. Conclusion: The psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the Carers of Older People in Europe Index are good. The instrument assesses dementia caregivers’ situations across three primary factors or alternatively validly summarizes the factors in a global impact of caregiving score.

scholarly journals Construction of Vocational Interests Scale for Young Chinese

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jian Li ◽  
Chu Xu ◽  
Changjin Li ◽  
Houcan Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Vocational Interests ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Directed Search ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Vocational Interest ◽  
Chinese College Students ◽  
Chinese Populations ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Holland's RIASEC vocational interest typology may not be fully applicable to Chinese populations, and adapting models from Western cultures directly may fail to address important constructs specifically tied to the Chinese cultural background. This study made an exploration into Chinese college students’ vocational interests and built a new self-report vocational interests scale based on Chinese university student samples. In study 1, researchers constructed a self-report vocational interests inventory developed from an item pool based on open-ended questionnaires and previous scales. Nine dimensions were identified through exploratory factor analysis: Artistic, Biotic, Conventional, Expressive, Investigative, Operational, Social, Enterprising, and Adventurous. In study 2, confirmatory factor analysis was employed to test its construct validity, and the indexes indicated good fit. Empirical evidence proved adequate homogeneity reliability and test–retest reliability, as well as sufficient concurrent validity with the Self-Directed Search. Thus, evidence lent support for the psychometrical properties of this scale. This exploratory research may expand our view of cross-cultural, vocational interest theories.

Personality Assessment Inventory: A Confirmatory Factor Analysis

1994 ◽  
Vol 79 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1441-1442 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregory J. Boyle ◽  
James Ward ◽  
Tania J. Lennon
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Personality Assessment ◽  
Personality Assessment Inventory ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Order Factor ◽  
Report Measure

The Personality Assessment Inventory is a recently constructed multidimensional self-report measure of personality traits. Morey reported the results of a scale factoring, claiming that the instrument measures four separate higher-order dimensions; however, in an independent Australian study of the psychometric properties of the inventory, Boyle and Lennon found five higher-order dimensions, using factor analytic procedures intended to maximize simple structure. The present paper reports the results of a confirmatory factor analysis for the proposed model based on the Australian data. The results indicate that the model does not provide a satisfactory fit, raising questions about the higher-order factor structure.

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