scholarly journals Measuring psychological pain: psychometric analysis of the Orbach and Mikulincer Mental Pain Scale

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Madeline P. Casanova ◽  
Megan C. Nelson ◽  
Michael A. Pickering ◽  
Karen M. Appleby ◽  
Emma J. Grindley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Pain Scale ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Psychometric Analysis ◽  
Covariance Model ◽  
Psychological Pain ◽  
Mental Pain ◽  
Invariance Testing ◽  
Item Scale

Abstract Background Suicide is a public health concern, with an estimated 1 million individuals dying each year worldwide. Individual psychological pain is believed to be a contributing motivating factor. Therefore, establishing a psychometrically sound tool to adequately measure psychological pain is important. The Orbach and Mikulincer Mental Pain Scale (OMMP) has been proposed; however, previous psychometric analysis on the OMMP has not yielded a consistent scale structure, and the internal consistency of the subscales has not met recommended values. Therefore, the primary purpose of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the OMMP in a diverse sample. Methods A confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) on the 9-factor, 44-item OMMP was conducted on the full sample (n = 1151). Because model fit indices were not met, an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted on a random subset of the data (n = 576) to identify a more parsimonious structure. The EFA structure was then tested in a covariance model in the remaining subset of participants (n = 575). Multigroup invariance testing was subsequently performed to examine psychometric properties of the refined scale. Results The CFA of the original 9-factor, 44-item OMMP did not meet recommended model fit recommendations. The EFA analysis results revealed a 3-factor, 9-item scale (i.e., OMMP-9). The covariance model of the OMMP-9 indicated further refinement was necessary. Multigroup invariance testing conducted on the final 3-factor, 8-item scale (i.e., OMMP-8) across mental health diagnoses, sex, injury status, age, activity level, and athlete classification met all criteria for invariance. Conclusions The 9-factor, 44-item OMMP does not meet recommended measurement criteria and should not be recommended for use in research and clinical practice in its current form. The refined OMMP-8 may be a more viable option to use; however, more research should be completed prior to adoption.

Validation of a Chinese version of the Tolerance for Mental Pain Scale-10 with Chinese college students

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (12) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Ning Cui ◽  
Yingshan Bao ◽  
Xiaoming Liu ◽  
Kangyi Liu ◽  
Weiyu Chen
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Pain Scale ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Psychological Pain ◽  
Chinese College Students ◽  
Mental Pain ◽  
Psychometric Tool

We built and validated a Chinese version of the Tolerance for Mental Pain Scale-10 (TMPS-10). Participants were 840 college students in Jilin, China. The TMPS-10 consists of two dimensions: managing the pain and enduring the pain. In our study Cronbach's alphas were .80 and .83, respectively, and test–retest reliability coefficients were .78 and .72, respectively, for these two dimensions. Exploratory factor analysis results demonstrate that the two dimensions accounted for 61.58% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis results show that the two-factor model fit the sample data well. As the Chinese version of the TMPS-10 meets the requirements for a psychometric tool, it can be used to evaluate Chinese college students' tolerance of psychological pain.

scholarly journals The Gastrointestinal and Gastroesophageal Reflux (GIGER) Scale for Infants and Toddlers

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 2333794X2110331
Author(s):  
Britt F. Pados ◽  
Christine Repsha ◽  
Rebecca R. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Gastrointestinal Symptoms ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Infants And Toddlers ◽  
Item Scale ◽  
Report Measure

The purpose of this study was to describe the development of the Gastrointestinal and Gastroesophageal Reflux (GIGER) Scale for Infants and Toddlers, and determine its factor structure and psychometric properties. Items were developed to comprehensively assess gastrointestinal (GI) and gastroesophageal reflux (GER) symptoms observable by a parent. Exploratory factor analysis on 391 responses from parents of children under 2 years old resulted in a 36-item scale with 3 subscales. Internal consistency reliability was acceptable (α = .78-.94). The GIGER total score and all 3 subscales were correlated with the Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux Questionnaire-Revised (I-GERQ-R) ( P < .05) and Infant Gastrointestinal Symptoms Questionnaire (IGSQ) ( P < .05). GIGER total score was higher in infants with a diagnosis of GER ( P < .05) or constipation ( P < .05) compared to those without. The GIGER is a parent-report measure of GI and GER symptoms in children under 2 years old with adequate psychometric properties.

scholarly journals Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Properties of the Portuguese Coaching Life Skills in Sport Questionnaire

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 215824402110242
Author(s):  
Vitor Ciampolini ◽  
Fernando Santos ◽  
Ricardo Teixeira Quinaud ◽  
Martin Camiré ◽  
Maurício de Oliveira Migliano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Life Skills ◽  
English Language ◽  
Phase 1 ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Cross Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Item Scale

The Coaching Life Skills in Sport Questionnaire (CLSS-Q) is a 5-factor 36-item scale developed in the English language to assess the extent to which coaches are intentional in their approaches to teaching life skills through sport. To allow for usage of the CLSS-Q in Portuguese-speaking countries, the purpose of this study was to investigate the cross-cultural adaptation and the psychometric properties of the Portuguese version of the CLSS-Q (P-CLSS-Q). In Phase 1, the scale was cross-culturally adapted through consecutive stages of translation and back-translation, expert feedback, committee revision, and pretesting. In Phase 2, 753 youth sport coaches (i.e., 376 Brazilians and 377 Portuguese) completed the questionnaire. After randomly splitting participants into two independent samples, the translated and cross-culturally adapted questionnaire was subjected to an exploratory factor analysis and a confirmatory factor analysis. Other analyses were also applied to verify the instrument’s psychometric properties. The results led to a 5-factor 30-item scale with indications that the P-CLSS-Q has some evidence of validity in measuring the extent to which coaches intentionally teach life skills through sport in Portuguese-speaking countries. Future studies are needed to further investigate the psychometric properties of both the CLSS-Q and the P-CLSS-Q in other sociocultural contexts where coaches have varying levels of exposure to the concept of life skills and its implication for coaching practice.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the 25-Item Connor-Davison Resilience Scale: Preliminary Data for a Romanian Military Population

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-38
Author(s):  
Iulia-Clarisa Giurcă ◽  
Adriana Baban ◽  
Sebastian Pintea ◽  
Bianca Macavei
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Preliminary Data ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Military Population ◽  
Resilience Scale ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

AbstractThe following study is aimed at investigating the construct validity of the 25-item Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC 25) on a Romanian military population. The exploratory factor analysis was conducted on 434 male military participants, aged between 24 and 50 years (M = 34.83, S.D. = 6.14) and the confirmatory factor analysis was conducted on a sample of 679 military participants, of 605 men and 74 women, aged between 18 and 59 years (M = 38.37, S.D. = 9.07). Factor analysis of the scale showed it to be a bidimensional, rather than a multidimensional instrument, as the original five-factor structure was not replicated in this military Romanian sample. Moreover, EFAs suggested that a 14-item bidimensional model should be retained and CFA confirmed that this model fit the data best.

Measuring Emotional Labor among Young Workers

AAOHN Journal ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 54 (5) ◽  
pp. 201-209 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arnold B. de Castro ◽  
Barbara Curbow ◽  
Jacqueline Agnew ◽  
Jennifer A. Haythornthwaite ◽  
Sheila T. Fitzgerald
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Emotional Labor ◽  
Young Workers ◽  
Surface Acting ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Deep Acting ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Item Scale

This analysis examines the applicability of the emotional labor scale from the Emotions at Work Scale (EWS) through the assessment of its psychometric properties in a sample of young workers. Factor analysis and test—retest reliability were conducted on a 13-item scale measuring emotional labor. The EWS 13-item emotional labor scale was refined to 9 items. Two subscales were delineated: 5 items measured surface acting and 4 items measured deep acting, each with a mean inter-item correlation of 0.33. Cronbach's alpha was .96 for the 9-item scale, and .71 and .67 for the surface acting and deep acting subscales, respectively. Test—retest reliability was 0.64 for surface acting and 0.51 for deep acting during a mean interval of 3 months. Emotional labor can be quantitatively measured among young workers using the derived 9-item scale, although additional studies further evaluating its use should be conducted.

scholarly journals Simplifying the Measurement of Attitudes towards Autistic People

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul H. P. Hanel ◽  
Punit Shah
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Predictive Validity ◽  
Theoretical Models ◽  
Attitude Formation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Autistic People ◽  
Item Scale

AbstractThere is growing interest in quantifying attitudes towards autistic people, however there is relatively little research on psychometric properties of the only existing measure and its ability to predict engagement with people with autism. To begin addressing these issues, we compared three scales measuring attitudes towards autistic people following the development of two new measures. Exploratory factor analysis, across two datasets, revealed that the factor-structure of an established 16-item scale is unclear. Further, its predictive validity of intended engagement with autistic people was comparable to our novel and psychometrically robust 1- and 4-item measures of attitudes towards autistic people. We therefore conclude that a 1- or 4-item scale is sufficient to measure general attitudes towards autistic people in future research. Equally, we propose that additional research is required to develop measures that are grounded in theoretical models of attitude formation and therefore distinguish between different components of attitudes.

scholarly journals Spanish versión of the Short Depression-Happiness Scale (SDHS): A Reliability and Validity study in a simple of Spanish Elderly People [Adaptación española de la escala breve de depresión-felicidad: un estudio de validación y fiabilidad en una muestra de personas mayores]

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diego Lomas Martínez ◽  
Juan José Fernández Muñoz ◽  
Esperanza Navarro-Pardo
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
General Health ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Validity Study ◽  
Practical Implications

AbstractThe psychometric properties of the Short Depression-Happiness Scale (SDHS) were analyzed in a sample of 216 Spanish elderly people with an average age of 73.89 (SD = 6.49). An exploratory factor analysis and confirm­atory factor analysis were developed in order to identify the factorial solution and the best model fit. Just on factor was identified. Regarding reliability and validity, internal consistency index was .757 and the correlation between the Short Depression-Happiness Scale (SDHS) and measures of others construct, General Health Question­naire (GHQ) and Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale (CESD) (CESD), were significance. The practical implications of the scale and the index values obtained are discussed.  ResumenSe analizaron las propiedades psicométricas de la Short Depression-Happiness Scale (SDHS) en una muestra de 216 mayores con una edad promedio de 73.89 (DT = 6.49). Se realizó un análisis factorial exploratorio y confirmatorio para identificar la estructura factorial y el mejor ajuste del modelo. La solución estaba compuesta de un único factor.  Con respecto a la fiabilidad y vali­dez, el índice de consistencia interna fue de .757 y la correlación entre la Escala Breve de depresión-felicidad y las medidas de otros constructos, entre otros, el Cues­tionario de Salud General (GHQ) y el Centro de Escala de Depresión de Estudios Epidemiológicos (CESD) fue­ron significantes. Se discuten las implicaciones prácticas de la escala y los valores de los índices obtenidos.

scholarly journals Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the Athlete Sleep Behavior Questionnaire

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilie N. Miley ◽  
Bethany L. Hansberger ◽  
Madeline Casanova ◽  
Russell T. Baker ◽  
Michael A. Pickering
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Collegiate Athletes ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Sleep Behavior ◽  
Invariance Testing ◽  
Group Invariance ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Alternate Model ◽  
Three Factor

Abstract Context: Sleep has long been understood as an essential component for overall well-being, significantly impacting physical health, cognitive functioning, mental health, and quality of life. Currently, the Athlete Sleep Behavior Questionnaire (ASBQ) is the only known instrument designed to measure sleep behaviors in the athletic population. However, the psychometric properties of the scale in a collegiate student-athlete and dance population have not been established. Objective: To assess model fit of the ASBQ using a sample of collegiate student-athletes and competitive dancers. Design: Observational study. Setting: Twelve colleges and universities. Patients or Other Participants: Student-athletes and dancers competing at the collegiate level. Main Outcome Measure(s): A confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was conducted to assess the factor structure of the ASBQ. Principal component analysis (PCA) extraction and covariance modeling analyses were performed to identify an alternate model. Multi-group invariance testing was performed on the alternate model to identify if group differences existed between sex, athletic activity, injury status, and division of competition. Results: The CFA on the ASBQ indicated the model did not meet recommended model fit indices. An alternate three-factor, nine-item model with improved fit was identified; however, the scale structure was not consistently supported during multi-group invariance testing procedures. Conclusions: The original three factor, 18-item ASBQ was not supported for use with collegiate athletes in our study. The alternate ASBQ was substantially improved; however, more research should be completed to ensure the nine-item instrument accurately captures all dimensions of sleep behavior relevant for collegiate athletes.

scholarly journals Factor Analysis of the Childcare Food and Activity Practices Questionnaire (CFAPQ) among Staff Members in Maryland Childcare Centers

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 940-940
Author(s):  
Farah Behbehani ◽  
Kristen Hurley ◽  
Maureen M Black
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Kidney Diseases ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Feeding Behaviors ◽  
Childcare Centers ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
High Engagement

Abstract Objectives Parental feeding behaviors influence the development of children's dietary behaviors. Less is known about the influence of feeding behaviors used by childcare staff. This study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the feeding-related subscales of the Childcare Food and Activity Practices Questionnaire (CFAPQ), a scale developed and validated in the Netherlands, for use among staff members caring for 3–5 year olds in 46 childcare centers across Maryland. Methods A confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed with childcare staff (n = 136) to evaluate the goodness of fit of the original 7-factor, 40-item structure of the CFAPQ feeding-related subscales. Because the original factor structure was not confirmed, an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted to identify an alternative underlying factor structure. Pearson correlations between subscales were examined to identify if the factors related to one another in theoretically expected ways. Results The 7-factor, 40-item structure of the original CFAPQ was not confirmed by the CFA (Model fit: RMSEA = 0.14, CFI = 0.72, TLI = 0.69, and SRMR = 0.18). A revised 4-factor model with 22 items was confirmed (Model fit: RMSEA = 0.079, CFI = 0.96, TLI = 0.96, and SRMR = 0.09). The internal consistency of factors in the revised model was moderate to good (Cronbach's α = 0.63–0.81). The 4 factors include: 1) Responsive (8-items; staff encouragement surrounding healthy food intake); 2) Controlling (5-items; staff applying food related pressure or restriction); 3) Indulgent (5-items; staff using foods as reward or to regulate the child's emotional state); and 4) High engagement (4-items; staff involvement in children's snacks and meals). Correlations between factors indicated convergent and discriminant validity in theoretically expected directions. Indulgent was significantly negatively related to responsive (r = −0.39, P &lt; 0.01). Controlling was significantly positively related to high engagement (r = 0.22, P &lt; 0.01). Conclusions Among this sample of childcare staff, a 4-factor, 22-item structure was a better fit than the original 7-factor, 40-item structure of the CFAPQ feeding subscales. Robust psychometric properties ensure that scales are measuring what they claim. Funding Sources National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

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