scholarly journals Evaluating the psychometric properties of the eHealth Literacy Scale in Brazilian adults

2022 ◽  
Vol 75 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fábio Luiz Mialhe ◽  
Katarinne Lima Moraes ◽  
Helena Alves de Carvalho Sampaio ◽  
Virgínia Visconde Brasil ◽  
Vanessa da Silva Carvalho Vila ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Ehealth Literacy ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
Surrounding Areas ◽  
Cultural Reality

ABSTRACT Objective: To translate and adapt the eHealth Literacy Scale for the cultural reality of Brazil and to evaluate the psychometric properties of its Brazilian Portuguese version. Methods: The instrument was translated and adapted to Brazilian Portuguese and applied to a sample of 502 individuals from 18 to 80 years old who lived in the surrounding areas of six Family Health Units of a city in the countryside of the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The data was evaluated using exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, item response theory, and instrument reliability measures (Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s omega). Results: The eHealth Literacy Scale - Brazilian version (eHEALS-Br) presented an excellent internal consistency (α = 0.95 e ω = 0.95), with only one dimension and an explained variation of 81.79%. Conclusions: The Brazilian version of the instrument showed excellent psychometric properties to measure the levels of digital health literacy in adults from the country.

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of the adapted instrument European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire short-short form

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fábio Luiz Mialhe ◽  
Katarinne Lima Moraes ◽  
Fernanda Maria Rovai Bado ◽  
Virginia Visconde Brasil ◽  
Helena Alves De Carvalho Sampaio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Survey Questionnaire ◽  
Full Data ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Literacy Survey ◽  
European Health

Objective: to investigate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the health literacy questionnaire European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire short-short form (HLS-EU-Q6) in Brazilian adults. Method: the instrument was translated and pre-tested in a sample of 50 individuals. Subsequently, it was applied to a sample of 783 adult individuals. The data went through an appropriate process of testing the properties, with the combination of techniques of Exploratory Factor Analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis and Item Response Theory. For the assessment of reliability, the Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's Omega indicators were used. Cross-validation with full data analysis was applied. Results: the majority of the participants was female (68.1%), with a mean age of 38.6 (sd=14.5) years old and 33.5% studied up to elementary school. The results indicated a unidimensional model with an explained variance of 71.23%, adequate factor load levels, commonality and item discrimination, as well as stability and replicability of the instrument to other populations. Conclusion: the Brazilian version of HLS-EU-Q6 indicated that the instrument is suitable for indiscriminate application in the population to which it is intended to assess health literacy levels.

scholarly journals The Abbreviated Overall Anxiety Severity and Impairment Scale (OASIS) and the Abbreviated Overall Depression Severity and Impairment Scale (ODSIS): Psychometric Properties and Evaluation of the Czech Versions

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (19) ◽  
pp. 10337
Author(s):  
Jan Sandora ◽  
Lukas Novak ◽  
Robert Brnka ◽  
Jitse P. van Dijk ◽  
Peter Tavel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Depression Severity ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
Parametric Testing ◽  
Nationally Representative

Short and effective tools for measuring depression, anxiety and their resulting impairments are lacking in the Czech language. The abbreviated versions of the Overall Anxiety Severity and Impairment Scale (OASIS) and the Overall Depression Severity and Impairment Scale (ODSIS) show very good psychometric properties in English and other languages, and can be used in different settings for research or clinical purposes. The aim of this study was the psychometric evaluation and validation of the Czech versions of the abbreviated forms of both tools in the general population. A nationally representative sample of 2912 participants (age = 48.88, SD = 15.56; 55% female) was used. The non-parametric testing of the differences between sociodemographic groups revealed a higher level of anxiety and depression in students, females and religious respondents. Confirmatory Factor Analysis suggested a good fit for the unidimensional model of the OASIS: x²(4) = 38.28; p < 0.001; TLI = 0.999; CFI = 0.997; RMSEA = 0.078; SRMR = 0.027 and the ODSIS: x²(4) = 36.54; p < 0.001; TLI = 0.999; CFI = 0.999; RMSEA = 0.076; SRMR = 0.021 with the data. Both scales had an excellent internal consistency (OASIS: Cronbach’s alpha = 0.95, McDonald’s omega = 0.95 and ODSIS: Cronbach’s alpha = 0.95, McDonald’s omega = 0.95). A clinical cut-off of 15 was identified for the OASIS and a cut-off of 12 for the ODSIS. The study showed good validity for both scales. The Czech versions of the abbreviated OASIS and ODSIS were short and valid instruments for measuring anxiety and depression.

Psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of the Coach–Athlete Relationship Questionnaire for coaches

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 285-293 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andressa Ribeiro Contreira ◽  
José Roberto Andrade do Nascimento Junior ◽  
Gislaine Contessoto Pizzo ◽  
Selso Ananias Sitoe ◽  
Caio Rosas Moreira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Temporal Stability ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Fit Index ◽  
Composite Reliability

The aim of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of the Coach–Athlete Relationship Questionnaire (CART-Q) for coaches. Subjects were 173 coaches (20–65 years old) from both sexes, from individual and team sports, ranging from amateur to national level; the instruments were the Coach version of CART-Q translated and adapted to Portuguese and the Athletic Satisfaction Scale adapted for coaches. Data analysis consisted of confirmatory factor analysis, internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha and composite reliability), concurrent validity (Spearman correlation), and temporal stability (intraclass correlation coefficient, ICC). Confirmatory factor analysis revealed a model with 11 items presenting adequate fit (χ2/df = 2.68; comparative fit index = 0.92; goodness-of-fit index = 0.91; Tucker–Lewis index = 0.90; root mean square error of approximation = 0.10) and the existence of a second-order factor (coach–athlete relationship). The scale has shown satisfactory internal consistency (composite reliability > 0.70 and α > 0.70). Concurrent validity assessment presented significant relationships (r > 0.40) with all coach satisfaction variables and temporal stability after 15 days was also adequate (0.65 < ICC < 0.88). It was concluded that the Brazilian version of the CART-Q Coach is adequate to assess coaches' perception regarding the relationship with their athletes.

Development and psychometric properties of the Anticipatory Anxiety Inventory

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 261-288
Author(s):  
Simge Vural ◽  
Nuno Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽  
Clinical Settings ◽  
Anticipatory Anxiety ◽  
Factor Solution ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
Physical Responses

Background: Anticipatory Anxiety (AA) is defined as a course of thoughts, feelings, and actions occurring just and only "before" an anxiety-provoking event. In order to explore this construct, the Anticipation Anxiety Inventory (AAI) was developed and its psychometric properties have been investigated in two studies. Methods: Study 1 used an Exploratory Factor Analysis approach to determine the factor structure of the items of the scale. In study 2, a Confirmatory Factor Analysis was performed to assess the scale structure, the validity of the factor solution, and convergent and discriminatory validity. Results: Exploratory factor analysis from study 1 suggested 13 items across four factors for the AAI: Emotional Hypersensitivity, Physical responses to AA, Dysfunctional Cognitions, and Daily Functioning. In study 2, the Confirmatory Factor Analysis indicated that the 4-factor solution of the AAI had an acceptable fit, excellent internal consistency (α= 0.92), and displayed good convergent and discriminatory validity. Conclusion: The AAI could be proposed as a useful valid and reliable tool to investigate AA. For future implications, more research is needed regarding the utility of this measure in experimental designs or clinical settings.

scholarly journals Work-Related Flow Inventory: Evidence of Validity of the Brazilian Version

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clarissa Pinto Pizarro de Freitas ◽  
Bruno Figueiredo Damásio ◽  
Emily Jean Haddad ◽  
Silvia Helena Koller
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Enjoyment ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Positive Experiences ◽  
Flow At Work ◽  
Flow Dimensions

Abstract Flow in work is constituted by the positive experiences and mental state experienced during the day-to-day occupational activities. This study aims to adapt and assess the psychometric properties of the Brazilian Version of the Work Related Flow Inventory (WOLF). Participants were a nationwide sample of 640 professional (74% women), aged 19 to 73 years (M = 35.9, SD = 10.5). Confirmatory factor analyses (CFA) supported the oblique three-factor structure (absorption, work enjoyment and intrinsic work motivation) as being the most reliable to the data. Multigroup CFA achieved full measurement invariance for the gender and employment status (autonomous and non-autonomous). Flow dimensions were positively related to occupational self-efficacy and job satisfaction. WOLF presented adequate psychometric properties, suggesting its usefulness in evaluating flow at work in the Brazilian context.

scholarly journals Dental Fear Survey: A Cross-Sectional Study Evaluating the Psychometric Properties of the Brazilian Portuguese Version

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurício Antônio Oliveira ◽  
Miriam Pimenta Vale ◽  
Cristiane Baccin Bendo ◽  
Saul Martins Paiva ◽  
Júnia Maria Serra-Negra
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Dental Fear ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Belo Horizonte

Objective. The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of the Dental Fear Survey (DFS), previously translated to the Brazilian Portuguese language and validated.Methods. A cross-sectional study with 1,256 undergraduates from the city of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, was carried out. The DFS and a questionnaire about previous dental experiences were self-administered. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, principal components analysis (PCA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal consistency and test-retest reliability, and construct, discriminant, and convergent validity.Results. PCA identified a three-factor structure. CFA confirmed the multidimensionality of the Brazilian version of the DFS. A modified model of the Brazilian version of the DFS fits better than the hypothesized model. The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for the total DFS scale was 0.95.Conclusion. The DFS demonstrated acceptable construct validity, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. These results supported the reliability and validity of the DFS among Brazilian undergraduates.

Psychometric Properties of the Generalized Pliance Questionnaire in Spain

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Francisco J. Ruiz ◽  
Paula Odriozola-González ◽  
Juan C. Suárez-Falcón
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Convergent Construct Validity ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
Abstract Rule ◽  
The One ◽  
Report Measure

Abstract. Rule-governed behavior is a central concept to explain complex human behavior from a functional-analytic standpoint. Recently, a self-report measure of a functional type of rule-following called generalized pliance has been developed – the Generalized Pliance Questionnaire (GPQ). The GPQ has two versions with 18 and 9 items, respectively. This study aimed to analyze the factor structure and psychometric properties of both GPQ versions in a Spanish online sample ( N = 846). Confirmatory factor analyses showed that the one-factor model obtained an acceptable fit in the GPQ-18, but an inadequate fit in the GPQ-9. The GPQ-18 showed measurement invariance across gender, excellent internal consistency, and convergent construct validity. According to the results, the GPQ-18 showed good psychometric properties in Spanish samples.

scholarly journals Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Testing of the Brazilian Version of the Self-Care of Heart Failure Index Version 6.2

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiane Wahast Ávila ◽  
Barbara Riegel ◽  
Simoni Chiarelli Pokorski ◽  
Suzi Camey ◽  
Luana Claudia Jacoby Silveira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Self Care ◽  
The Self ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Expert Committee ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Back Translation

Objective. To adapt and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of the SCHFI v 6.2.Methods. With the approval of the original author, we conducted a complete cross-cultural adaptation of the instrument (translation, synthesis, back translation, synthesis of back translation, expert committee review, and pretesting). The adapted version was namedBrazilian version of the self-care of heart failure index v 6.2. The psychometric properties assessed were face validity and content validity (by expert committee review), construct validity (convergent validity and confirmatory factor analysis), and reliability.Results. Face validity and content validity were indicative of semantic, idiomatic, experimental, and conceptual equivalence. Convergent validity was demonstrated by a significant though moderate correlation (r=−0.51) on comparison with equivalent question scores of the previously validated Brazilian European heart failure self-care behavior scale. Confirmatory factor analysis supported the original three-factor model as having the best fit, although similar results were obtained for inadequate fit indices. The reliability of the instrument, as expressed by Cronbach’s alpha, was 0.40, 0.82, and 0.93 for the self-care maintenance, self-care management, and self-care confidence scales, respectively.Conclusion. The SCHFI v 6.2 was successfully adapted for use in Brazil. Nevertheless, further studies should be carried out to improve its psychometric properties.

Validity Testing and cultural adaptation of the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ) among people with chronic disease in Taiwan: A mixed-methods study (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Chi Chen ◽  
Christina Cheng ◽  
Richard H Osborne ◽  
Lars Kayser ◽  
Chieh-Yu Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Measurement Properties ◽  
Validity Testing ◽  
Ehealth Literacy

BACKGROUND Advancements in digital technologies seek to promote health and access to services. However, people lacking abilities and confidence to use technology are likely to be left behind, leading to health disparities. In providing digital health services, health care providers need to be aware of users diverse electronic health (eHealth) literacy to address particular needs and ensure equitable uptake and use of digital services. To understand such needs, an instrument that captures user’s knowledge, skills, trust, motivation and experiences in relation to technology is required. The eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ) is a multi-dimensional tool with 7 scales covering diverse dimensions of eHealth literacy. The tool was simultaneously developed in English and Danish using a grounded and validity-driven approach and was shown to have strong psychometric properties. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to translate and culturally adapt the eHLQ for application among Chinese-speaking people with chronic diseases in Taiwan, and then undertake a rigorous set of validity testing procedures. METHODS The cross-cultural adaptation of the eHLQ included translation and evaluation of the translations. The measurement properties were assessed using classical test theory and Item Response Theory (IRT) approaches. Content validity, known groups validity and internal consistency were explored, as well as item characteristic curves (ICCs), item discrimination and item location/difficulty. RESULTS The adapted version was reviewed and a recommended forward translation was confirmed through consensus meetings. The tool exhibited good content validity. A total of 420 people with one or more chronic diseases participated in a validity testing survey. The eHLQ showed good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α .75 ~.95). For known groups validity, all 7 eHLQ scales showed strong expected associations with education. Unidimensionality and local independence assumptions were met, except for Scale 2. IRT analysis showed that all items demonstrated good discrimination and a good range of difficulty, except for 2 items in Scale 7. CONCLUSIONS Using a rigorous process, the eHLQ was translated from English into a culturally appropriate tool for use in the Chinese language. Validity testing provided evidence of satisfactory to strong psychometric properties of the eHLQ. The 7 scales are likely to be useful research tools for evaluating digital health interventions and for informing the development of health technology products and interventions that equitably suit diverse users’ needs. CLINICALTRIAL Inapplicable This study was not a clinical trial.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Spanish Short Depressive Rumination Scale in a Nonclinical Sample

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge Javier Ricarte ◽  
Eva Aizpurúa ◽  
Laura Ros ◽  
José Miguel Latorre ◽  
Filip Raes
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Rapid Identification ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Repetitive Negative Thinking ◽  
Depressive Rumination ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
And Gender

AbstractRepetitive negative thinking (RNT) is considered a transdiagnostic variable underlying common symptoms (e.g., depressed mood) across various mood disorders. Depressive rumination is one typical and frequent manifestation of RNT and is a well-known vulnerability factor of depression onset, maintenance and recurrence. Due to the time-related constraints in assessment settings and the association of rumination on sadness with diagnosis of depression, the rapid identification of individuals scoring high on this construct may become a useful screening tool in non-clinical samples. The main aim of the present study was to test the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the Short Depressive Rumination Scale (SDRS) in a large sample (N = 649). Confirmatory Factor Analysis supported a one-factor model accounting for 75% of variance with an excellent internal consistency (α = .93) in spite of the reduced number of items (4 items). Criterion validity results based on associations with other well-established rumination (sub)scales, age, scores in depression and gender differences, were congruent. The results suggest that the SDRS, the shortest existing scale assessing depressive rumination to our knowledge, can be a useful instrument for a rapid assessment of depressive rumination in community samples.

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