scholarly journals Adaptation and construct validation of the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (BIS 11) to Brazilian Portuguese for use in adolescents

2006 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisia von Diemen ◽  
Claudia Maciel Szobot ◽  
Felix Kessler ◽  
Flavio Pechansky
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Male Adolescents ◽  
Oppositional Defiant ◽  
Barratt Impulsiveness Scale ◽  
Two Samples

OBJECTIVE: Impulsivity is associated with different psychiatric disorders. The Barratt Impulsiveness Scale version 11 is one of the scales mostly used to measure impulsivity and it does not have a validated version for Brazilian Portuguese. The objective of this study is to adapt and conduct the construct validation of the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale version 11 for adolescents. METHOD: The scale was translated and adapted into Portuguese and then back-translated into English. The psychometric proprieties, factor analysis and construct validity were evaluated in two samples: 18 bilingual undergraduate medical students and 464 male adolescents between 15 and 20 years old from a well-delimited geographical area in the city of Canoas, southern Brazil. RESULTS: The adolescent sample had a mean age of 17.3 ± 1.7 years. Intra-class correlation coefficient achieved a value of 0.90, and internal consistency had alpha of 0.62. Factor analysis did not identify the 3 factors of the original scale. Impulsivity scores from the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale version 11 had a correlation with scores for attention deficit/hyperactive disorder and oppositional defiant disorder and with number of symptoms of conduct disorder, suggesting an appropriate construct validity of the scale. CONCLUSION: Even considering some limitations in the Portuguese version, Barratt Impulsiveness Scale version 11 can be used in male adolescents and should be tested in other populations.

scholarly journals The construct validation of an instrument designed to assess organisational socialisation

2008 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle Mudurai ◽  
Chantal Olckers ◽  
Michiel Buys
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
South African ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Language Politics ◽  
African Perspective ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Purposive Sample

The aim of this study was to establish the construct validity of an instrument for assessing organisational socialisation. A purposive sample of 170 respondents completed the socialisation instrument. Scale reliabilities and a confrmatory factor analysis confrmed six constructs (History, Language, Politics, People, Organisational Goals and Values, and Performance Profciency) as measures of this domain. The signifcance of the fndings of this study is that from a South African perspective, the socialisation instrument can be useful in measuring organisational socialisation. This instrument can also be valuable in assessing the effectiveness of the socialisation tactics used by organisations.

Construct Validation of the Test Anxiety Scale for Children: By Converging Analyses

1964 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 887-892
Author(s):  
James A. Dunn
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Linkage Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Test Anxiety ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Physiological Arousal ◽  
Anxiety Scale ◽  
Clear Cut ◽  
School Anxiety

Two different analysis procedures were used to ascertain the response dimensionality inherent in Sarason's Test Anxiety Scale for Children (TASC) in order that inferences regarding the functional construct validity of the scale could be made. The analysis procedures were factor analysis and McQuitty's elementary linkage analysis. The four factors obtained were: test anxiety, generalized school anxiety, recitation anxiety, and physiological arousal in anticipated recitation situations. Linkage analysis clusters closely paralleled the factors. It was felt the results were compatable with the theoretical constructs on which the scale was constructed. However, because of the clear-cut multi-dimensionality of the scale, the utilization of single TASC scores was questioned.

scholarly journals Internal construct validity of the Brazilian version of a tool for assessing the population’s knowledge of human papillomavirus

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabiana Schuelter Trevisol ◽  
Rodrigo Dias Nunes ◽  
Gabriel Oscar Cremona Parma ◽  
André Luciano Manoel ◽  
Clávison Martinelli Zapelini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Human Papillomavirus ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
Portuguese Version ◽  
Original Measurement ◽  
Valid Instrument ◽  
Internal Construct Validity

ABSTRACT: Objective: To verify the internal construct validity of the Brazilian Portuguese version of a tool for measuring the general population’s knowledge of human papillomavirus (HPV). Materials and methods: A cross-culturally adapted Brazilian Portuguese version of a measurement tool originally designed for English speaking populations was administered to 330 adults in Tubarão, Santa Catarina, Southern Brazil. After examining the overall suitability of the method, we performed investigations based on the item response theory and exploratory factor analysis. Results: Ten of the 29 items presented a low contribution to the construct and were excluded from subsequent analysis. The factor analysis yielded three factors, which explained approximately 51% of the variance variability. A different arrangement from the original measurement tool was found: general HPV knowledge, with six items; HPV vaccination knowledge, with five items; HPV transmission and testing knowledge, with eight items. Conclusion: The Brazilian Portuguese version under study presented a different behavior from the original measurement tool, but proved to be a reliable and valid instrument in assessing the Brazilian population’s knowledge about HPV.

Construct Validation and Psychometric Evaluation of the Self-Efficacy Scale for Driver Competence

2008 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 198-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Sundström
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
External Validity ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
The Self ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Structural Aspects

The aim of the present study was to examine the construct validity of the Self-Efficacy Scale for Driver Competence (SSDC). The SSDC was based on a theoretical model for perceived driver competence, based on the self-efficacy construct and five aspects of driver competence. Two samples of driving license examinees (n = 805, n = 721) completed two parallel versions of the SSDC. Participants’ mean age was 21.5 years and of them 44% were women. Both versions of the SSDC had sound psychometric properties. The results provided support for substantial and structural aspects of construct validity. Some evidence of external validity of the test scores was obtained, although the relationship between perceived and actual driver competence was weaker than expected. The consequences of the use and interpretation of SSDC are discussed.

scholarly journals Die ontwikkeling van die bestuursmotiveringsvraelys (BMV)

1991 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
A. S. Engelbrecht
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Social Desirability ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Motivation Theory ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Comprehensive Study

The development of the Managerial Motivation Questionnaire (MMQ): Several criticisms of the psychometric suitability of existing measures of managerial motivation are reported in the literature. This study aimed at developing a new psychometrically sound instrument, the Managerial Motivation Questionnaire (MMQ). This was done on the basis of a comprehensive study of the literature on managerial motivation and the role-motivation theory. The preliminary MMQ was systematically shortened and refined until the final MMQ of 98 items was composed. This was based on social desirability and semantic appraisal, item analysis and factor analysis of the questionnaire. The results indicate that it was possible to develop a final MMQ that was relatively free of social desirability. It further demonstrated satsifactory internal consistencies on two samples (a = 0/90, N = 360; a = 0/91, N = 535), where all subscale items were found to be relatively pure measures of the isolated factors. Although some evidence was found providing support for the reliability of the MMQ, a need for further research on the construct validity of managerial motivation still exists. Opsomming In die literatuur word verskeie punte van kritiek teen die psigometriese geskiktheid van bestaande meetinstrumente van bestuursmotivering gerapporteer. Die doelstelling van hierdie studie was dus om aan die hand van die konseptuele omiyning van bestuursmotivering, en die rolmotiveringsteorie as algemene verwysingsraamwerk, 'n nuwe psigometries aanvaarbare meetinstrument, die Bestuursmotiveringsvraelys (BMV), te ontwikkel. Op grond van sosiale wenslikheids- en semantiese beoordeling, itemontleding en faktorontleding van die voorlopige BMV is die vraelys stelselmatig verkort en verfyn totdat die finale BMV van 98 items saamgestel is. Die resultate dui daarop dat hierdie studie wel daarin geslaag het om 'n finale BMV te ontwikkel wat relatief vry van sosiale wenslikheid is, bevredigende interne konsekwentheid op twee steekproewe (a = 0,90, N = 360; a = 0,91, N = 535) gedemonstreer het, en waarvan die items in die subskale almal relatief suiwer metings van die geisoleerde faktore is. Alhoewel sekere bewyse ter ondersteuning van die betroubaarheid van die BMV gevind is, bestaan daar nog 'n behoefte aan verdere navorsing oor die konstrukgeldigheid van bestuursmotivering.

Lessons on measuring construct validity: A commentary on Delis, Jacobson, Bondi, Hamilton, and Salmon

2003 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 947-953 ◽  
Author(s):  
Glenn J. Larrabee
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Appropriate Use ◽  
Method Variance ◽  
Shared Variance

AbstractThis commentary expands on issues raised by Delis, Jacobson, Bondi, Hamilton, and Salmon, in their paper on the use of shared variance techniques to establish construct validity. Significant discussion is focused on method variance, and how this can distort the results of factor analysis. Solutions are offered for the appropriate use of factor analysis in construct validation. Examples are also provided of construct validation procedures that do not rely on correlational or shared variance techniques. (JINS, 2003, 9, 947–953.)

scholarly journals BENIGN AND MALICIOUS ENVY SCALE: AN ASSESSMENT OF ITS FACTOR STRUCTURE AND PSYCHOMETRIC PROPERTIES

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 66-84
Author(s):  
Jia Yuin Fam ◽  
Caroline Yu Li Yap ◽  
Sri Bala Murugan ◽  
Tziyun Lee
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Behavioral Problems ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Malicious Envy ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Benign Envy ◽  
Good Internal Consistency

Recent theorizing and research have proposed two subtypes of envy, namely benign envy, and malicious envy. However, many of the existing measures have mainly focused on the malicious dimension of envy. The Benign and Malicious Envy Scale (BeMaS) appears to be an appealing measure to fulfill this research need. The current study aims to evaluate the psychometric properties of BeMaS in terms of its factorial validity, construct validity, and reliability. The current study recruited two samples of university students for this purpose (N1 = 500; N2 = 356). As hypothesized, exploratory factor analysis in Study 1 yielded a two-factor structure of BeMaS (47% variance explained), which is further supported with confirmatory factor analysis in Study 2 (TLI = .919, CFI = .940, RMSEA = .078, χ2/df = 4.039). Both subtypes of envy significantly correlated with other psychological (depression, anxiety, and stress) and behavioral problems (conspicuous consumption orientation), evidencing the construct validity of BeMaS. Benign envy scale and malicious envy scale demonstrated good internal consistency in both samples. In conclusion, the psychometric assessments provided strong evidence for BeMaS as a valid and reliable measure of envy.

scholarly journals Validation of Bakas Caregiving Outcome Scale for brazilian portuguese

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatiana Ferreira da Costa ◽  
Cláudia Jeane Lopes Pimenta ◽  
Maria Miriam Lima da Nóbrega ◽  
Maria das Graças Melo Fernandes ◽  
Jordana de Almeida Nogueira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Brazilian Portuguese ◽  
Cerebral Vascular Accident ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Cerebral Vascular

Objective: to analyze the psychometric properties of the adapted version of Bakas Caregiving Outcome Scale for Brazilian Portuguese. Method: this is a cross-sectional methodological study conducted with 151 informal caregivers of people with cerebral vascular accident sequelae enrolled in Family Health Units. To assess reliability, Cronbach’s alpha was used. Construct validity was verified through exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis and correlation with measures of instruments that evaluate correlated constructs. Results: Cronbach’s alpha for the total BCOS score was 0.89. Factor and exploratory analysis generated a one-factor structure, which was confirmed by confirmatory factor analysis. Construct validity was supported by the high positive correlations with Negative Affect (r = 0.51) and Negative Experience (r = 0.47) of the Well-being Scale and the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale -21 (r = 0.53) and negative correlations with Positive Affect (r =-0.47) and Positive Experience (r = -0.17) of the Well-being scale. Conclusion: Bakas Caregiving Outcome Scale shows evidence of satisfactory reliability and validity in family caregivers of cerebral vascular accident survivors.

Construct Validation of the Greek Version of the Children’s Assessment of Participation and Enjoyment (CAPE) and Preferences for Activities of Children (PAC)

2013 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 523-532 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irini Anastasiadi ◽  
George Tzetzis
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Construct Validation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Greek Version ◽  
Acceptable Range ◽  
Directional Hypothesis ◽  
The Mean ◽  
High Consistency

Background:The Children’s Assessment of Participation and Enjoyment (CAPE) and the Preferences for Activities of Children (PAC) are 2 measures of children’s participation in various activities. The purpose of this study was the validation of the Greek version of “CAPE & PAC.”Methods:The questionnaires were translated and pilot tested on a sample of 25 individuals. The reliability and validity of the questionnaires were tested on 302 individuals (253 typical population, 49 disabled), 6−21 years of age. The construct validity of the instruments was examined the directional hypothesis by comparing known groups with existing differences. An exploratory factor analysis was conducted to determine the validity of the typology of activities. The reliability was examined by checking the internal consistency of the instruments.Results:The comparison between divergent groups confirmed the predicted differences of the mean scores and the validity of the instruments. Seven factors (categories of activities) emerged from the factor analysis. The acceptable range of Cronbach alpha for the PAC scale indicated high consistency.Conclusion:This study provides evidence that partially support the validity and reliability of “CAPE & PAC” instruments to use in Greek population. Further investigation is recommended for both clinical and research purposes.

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