Measuring Perceived Mutuality in Women With Eating Disorders: The Development of the Connection-Disconnection Scale

2010 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 100-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Tantillo ◽  
Jennifer L. Sanftner
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Parental Attachment ◽  
Cultural Theory ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Dyadic Adjustment ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Partial Hospitalization ◽  
Regression Equations

This article describes the development and psychometric testing of the Connection-Disconnection Scale (CDS), the only self-report measure designed to assess perceived mutuality experienced in close relationships by women with eating disorders. Item development was informed by relational-cultural theory and focus groups with patients and recovered individuals. Content and construct validity, test–retest reliability, and internal consistency were examined in samples of female outpatient (n = 131) and partial hospitalization (n = 85) patients. Factor analysis with promax rotation for each version of the CDS in outpatients resulted in a single-factor model explaining 77.53% of the variance for CDS-Mother, 71.86% for CDS-Father, 77.79% for CDS-Partner, and 67.67% for CDS-Friend. Cronbach’s alphas ranged from .97 to .99 for both samples. Overall, the CDS demonstrated good discriminant and convergent validity with moderate to strong correlations between CDS parent forms and the Parental Attachment Questionnaire, Dyadic Adjustment Scale, and the Social Support Questionnaire. Regression equations revealed that scores on CDS parent forms were inversely related to several subscale scores on the Eating Disorders Inventory—2. The CDS is a reliable and valid measure of perceived mutuality that can enrich relational understanding of the etiology and treatment of eating disorders in women.

The Blank in the Mind Questionnaire (BIMQ)

2009 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Despina Moraitou ◽  
Anastasia Efklides
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Younger Adults ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Memory Failure ◽  
Temporary Memory ◽  
The Mind ◽  
Lack Of Knowledge

Metacognitive awareness of memory failure may take the form of the “blank in the mind” (BIM) experience. The BIM experience informs the person of a temporary memory failure and takes the form of a disruption in the flow of consciousness, of a moment of no content in awareness. The aim of the present study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Blank in the Mind Questionnaire (BIMQ) designed to tap the BIM experience and differentiate it from other memory-related experiences, such as searching but not having in memory a piece of information (i.e., lack of knowledge). The participants (N = 493) were 249 younger adults (18–30 years old) and 244 older adults (63–89 years old) of both genders. Confirmatory factor analysis applied to the BIMQ confirmed a three-factor model with interrelations between the factors. The first factor represented the experience of lack of knowledge, the second represented the experience of BIM, and the third the person’s negative affective reactions to memory failure. The internal consistency of the three factors ranged from Cronbach’s α = .80 to .88. Convergent validity was shown with correlations of the BIMQ factors with self-report measures of cognitive and memory failures, and to the negative-affect subscale of the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS).

The Factor Structure, Internal Consistency, and Convergent Validity of Two Suicide Assessment Competency Measures in Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

2016 ◽  
Vol 61 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily M. Lund ◽  
Jared C. Schultz ◽  
Michael R. Nadorff
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Rating Scales ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Rehabilitation Counselors ◽  
Competency Assessment ◽  
Suicide Assessment ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

We analyzed the psychometric properties of two published self-report suicide assessment competency rating scales—the Suicide Competency Inventory (SCI) and the Suicide Competency Assessment Form (SCAF)—in a multistate sample of 223 public-sector vocational rehabilitation counselors. Both measures demonstrated very good to excellent internal consistency in our sample. Exploratory factor analysis indicated the SCI loads on a three-factor model whereas the SCAF loads on a single factor; these are consistent with the theoretical scale structures proposed by the original authors of the scales. In addition, both scales were highly correlated with each other, providing strong initial evidence of construct validity. In sum, our results support the use of these measures as a reliable and valid means of assessing perceived suicide assessment competency in rehabilitation counselors.

scholarly journals Individual differences in avoiding feelings of disgust: Development and construct validity of the disgust avoidance questionnaire

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. e0248219
Author(s):  
Paula von Spreckelsen ◽  
Nienke C. Jonker ◽  
Jorien Vugteveen ◽  
Ineke Wessel ◽  
Klaske A. Glashouwer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cognitive Avoidance ◽  
Behavioral Avoidance

We developed and examined the construct validity of the Disgust Avoidance Questionnaire (DAQ) as a measure of people’s inclination to prevent experiencing disgust (disgust prevention) and to escape from the experience of disgust (disgust escape). In a stepwise item-reduction (Study 1; N = 417) using Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) based on a 4-subscale distinction (behavioral prevention, cognitive prevention, behavioral escape, cognitive escape), we selected 17 items from a pool of potential items. In order to incorporate the conceptual overlap between dimensions of disgust avoidance, focus (prevention vs. escape), and strategy (behavioral avoidance vs. cognitive avoidance), we specified an adapted model. In this model, we allowed each item to load on one type of dimension and one type of strategy, resulting in four overlapping factors (prevention, escape, behavioral avoidance, cognitive avoidance). Evaluation of this overlapping 4-factor model (Study 2; N = 513) using Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling (ESEM) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) showed promising model fit indices, factor loadings, factor correlations, and reliability estimates for three of the four factors (prevention, behavioral avoidance, cognitive avoidance). Those three subscales also showed good convergent validity. In contrast, the results related to the escape factor may call the suitability of self-report to assess disgust escape into question. In light of the exploratory nature of the project, future examinations of the DAQ’s validity and applicability to more diverse samples are essential. A critical next step for future research would be to examine the DAQ’s criterion validity and the distinctive roles of the DAQ subscales in (clinical) psychological constructs and processes.

scholarly journals Development and initial psychometric testing of the Intrahospital Transport Safety Scale in intensive care

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. e038424
Author(s):  
Lina Bergman ◽  
Wendy Chaboyer ◽  
Monica Pettersson ◽  
Mona Ringdal
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Intrahospital Transport ◽  
Cross Sectional

ObjectiveTo develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a scale measuring patient safety during the intrahospital transport process for intensive care.DesignThe scale was developed based on a theoretical model of the work system and patient safety, and items generated from participant observations. A Delphi study with international experts was used to establish content validity. Next, a cross-sectional study was undertaken to inform item reduction and evaluate construct validity and internal consistency.SettingThe questionnaire was distributed to healthcare practitioners at 12 intensive care units in Sweden.ParticipantsA total of 315 questionnaires were completed. Eligible participants were healthcare practitioners in the included units that performed an intrahospital transport during the study period. Inclusion criteria were (1) transports of patients within the hospital to undergo an examination or intervention, and (2) transports performed by staff from the intensive care unit. We excluded transports to a step-down unit or hospital ward.Outcome measuresPsychometric evaluation, including item analysis, validity and reliability testing.ResultsItems were reduced from 55 to 24, informed by distributional statistics, initial reliabilities, factor loadings and communalities. The final factor model consisted of five factors, accounting for 59% of variance. All items loaded significantly on only one factor (>0.35). The original conceptual model of teamwork, transport-related tasks, tools and technologies, environment, and organisation was maintained with regrouping of items. Cronbach’s alpha ranged from 0.72 to 0.82 for each subscale (ie, factor).ConclusionsThe present study provides a self-report questionnaire to assess patient safety during intrahospital transport of patients in intensive care. The results indicate acceptable validity and reliability of the scale among a sample of Swedish healthcare practitioners. If further confirmatory testing supports the present results, this scale could be a useful tool to better understand safety prerequisites and improve clinical practice.

Validation of an Adapted French Form of the Structured Interview for the Five-Factor Model (SIFFM) in a Swiss Sample

2018 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-43
Author(s):  
Cornelia Pocnet ◽  
Jean-Philippe Antonietti ◽  
Armin von Gunten ◽  
Jérôme Rossier
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Five Factor Model ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Self Report ◽  
English Version ◽  
French Version

Abstract. We analyzed the psychometric properties of the Structured Interview for the Five-Factor Model (SIFFM) in a French-speaking Swiss sample and compared the French version to the original English version. A community-based sample of 260 participants (183 women and 77 men, aged 20 to 88 years, Mage = 46.23, SDage = 16.37) were assessed using the SIFFM and the NEO-FFI-R. Forty of the participants agreed to be filmed or to be assessed by two investigators simultaneously. The internal consistency coefficients of the five dimensions of SIFFM ranged from .63 to .84. An exploratory factor analysis within the confirmatory factor analysis framework showed that the structure of the French version of the SIFFM was in line with the structure suggested by the Five-Factor Model. Except for the modesty and dutifulness subscales, each facet scale had its highest factor loading on the factor representing the targeted domain. Moreover, a principal axis joint factor analysis of the SIFFM and NEO-FFI-R domains suggested that the convergent validity between the two instruments was adequate. Furthermore, the interrater reliability coefficients for the SIFFM scores were high. The French version of the SIFFM shows acceptable psychometric properties, comparable to those of the English version, and may be an informative assessment method and an alternative to self-report measures.

Measuring Self-Serving Cognitive Distortions with Special Reference to Juvenile Delinquency: A Validation of the “How I Think” Questionnaire in a Sample of Portuguese Adolescents

2021 ◽  
pp. 0306624X2110135
Author(s):  
Hugo S. Gomes ◽  
Joana Andrade ◽  
Marcos Ferreira ◽  
Maria Manuela Peixoto ◽  
David P. Farrington ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Juvenile Delinquents ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Cognitive Distortions ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Model Solution ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Detention Centers ◽  
Report Measure ◽  
Portuguese Adolescents

The present study aims to test the psychometric properties of the Portuguese version of the “How I Think” (HIT) questionnaire. The HIT questionnaire is a self-report measure of self-serving cognitive distortions. Our sample was comprised of 442 Portuguese-speaking adolescents and young adults (254 males and 188 females), aged between 12 and 20 years. Of the total 442 participants, 351 were recruited from a Portuguese school and 91 from four Portuguese detention centers for juvenile delinquents. Data analysis provided evidence supporting the original six-factor model solution, composed of a four-category typology of self-serving cognitive distortions (i.e., Selfcentered, Blaming Others, Minimizing/Mislabeling, and Assuming the Worst), an Anomalous responding, and one Positive filler factor. Further, results showed satisfactory internal consistency, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. In conclusion, this article provides Portuguese researchers and practitioners with a valid measure of self-serving cognitive distortions.

scholarly journals The Persian Self-Report Version of the Antisocial Process Screening Device (APSD-P): A Psychometric Evaluation

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Ebrahimi ◽  
Mojtaba Elhami Athar ◽  
Mona Darvishi ◽  
Olivier F. Colins
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Psychopathic Traits ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Callous Unemotional ◽  
Antisocial Process Screening Device ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Screening Device

The self-report version of the Antisocial Process Screening Device (APSD) is a commonly used tool for assessing psychopathic traits in youth. This is the first study designed to examine the factor structure, internal consistency, and convergent validity of the Persian APSD-SR in a sample of 675 school-attending youth in Iran (46% girls; M age = 16.35). Confirmatory factor analysis supported a modified three-factor model, with items loading on narcissism, callous-unemotional, and impulsivity dimensions, which was invariant across gender. Notwithstanding that the internal consistency of some APSD scores was unsatisfactory, the APSD total and dimension scores showed the expected relations with external correlates (e.g., conduct problems, aggression, and low prosocial behavior), supporting the validity of the interpretation of the APSD scores. The findings showed that the APSD is a useful tool for assessing psychopathic traits in Iranian adolescents and may spark research on adolescent psychopathy in mental health and forensic settings.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Factor Structure of the Emotion Dysregulation Scale-Short (EDS-s): A Preliminary Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 418
Author(s):  
Giulia Raimondi ◽  
Claudio Imperatori ◽  
Mariantonietta Fabbricatore ◽  
David Lester ◽  
Michela Balsamo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Binge Eating ◽  
Emotion Dysregulation ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Clinical Sample ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Clinical Settings ◽  
General Psychopathology

Emotion dysregulation (ED) can be considered a psychopathological transdiagnostic dimension, the presence of which should be reliably screened in clinical settings. The aim of the current study was to validate the Italian version of the Emotion Dysregulation Scale-short (EDS-s), a brief self-report tool assessing emotion dysregulation, in a non-clinical sample of 1087 adults (768 women and 319 men). We also assessed its convergent validity with scales measuring binge eating and general psychopathology. Structural equation modeling suggested the fit of a one-factor model refined with correlations between the errors of three pairs of items (χ2 = 255.56, df = 51, p < 0.001, RMSEA = 0.08, CFI = 0.94, TLI = 0.93, SRMR = 0.04). The EDS-s demonstrated satisfactory internal consistency (ordinal alpha = 0.94). Moreover, EDS-s scores partly explained the variance of both binge eating (0.35, p < 0.001) and general psychopathology (0.60, p < 0.001). In conclusion, the EDS-s can be considered to be a reliable and valid measure of ED.

scholarly journals Preprint: Individual Differences in Avoiding Feelings of Disgust: Development and Construct Validity of the Disgust Avoidance Questionnaire

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paula von Spreckelsen ◽  
Nienke Jonker ◽  
Jorien Vugteveen ◽  
Ineke Wessel ◽  
Klaske A. Glashouwer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cognitive Avoidance ◽  
Behavioral Avoidance

We developed and examined the construct validity of the Disgust Avoidance Questionnaire (DAQ) as a measure of people’s inclination to prevent experiencing disgust (disgust prevention) and to escape from the experience of disgust (disgust escape). In a stepwise item-reduction (sample 1; n = 417) using Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) based on a 4-subscale distinction (behavioral prevention, cognitive prevention, behavioral escape, cognitive escape), we selected 17 items from a pool of potential items (step 1). In order to incorporate the conceptual overlap between dimensions of disgust avoidance, focus (prevention vs. escape), and strategy (behavioral avoidance vs. cognitive avoidance), we specified an adapted model. In this model, we allowed each item to load on one type of dimension and one type of strategy, resulting in four overlapping factors (prevention, escape, behavioral avoidance, cognitive avoidance). Evaluation of this overlapping 4-factor model (sample 2; n = 513) using Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling (ESEM) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) showed promising model fit indices, factor loadings, factor correlations, and reliability estimates for three of the four factors (prevention, behavioral avoidance, cognitive avoidance; step 2). Those three subscales also showed good convergent validity (step 3; sample 2). In contrast, the results related to the escape factor question the suitability of self-report to assess disgust escape. In light of the exploratory nature of the project, future examination of the DAQ’s validity is essential. A critical next step for future research would be to examine the DAQ’s criterion validity and the distinctive roles of the DAQ subscales in (clinical) psychological constructs and processes.

Correlation of the Rorschach Method and the NEO PI-R Questionnaire

2005 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dragana Djurić Jočić
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Canonical Correlation ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Redundancy Analysis ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Five Factor Model ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Qualitative Interpretation

The aim of the study was to determine the convergent value of two instruments for personality evaluation. The conceptual and empiric correlation of two indicators of the projective method and self-report questionnaire were studied. The Rorschach method as interpreted by the Comprehensive System is considered atheoretical, while the NEO PI-R questionnaire is based on the Five-Factor Model of personality. Therefore, the correlation between the Rorschach method and Five-Factor personality theory has been investigated indirectly. The sample comprised 200 psychiatric patients, 100 nonpsychotic patients (mostly anxious-depressive) and 100 psychotic patients (mostly schizophrenic). Analysis of the results used correlation analysis, factorial analysis, canonical correlation analysis, canonical analysis of covariance, and asymmetric redundancy analysis. Identification of aberrant objects was applied for qualitative interpretation of the results. The obtained results have shown that, although numerous conceptual similarities between indicators of the two instruments have been recognized, their convergent validity is low. Possible causes of the low convergent validity and recommendations for further studies are proposed.

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