Psychometric Properties of the Task Self-Efficacy Scale for Everyday Activities in Older Adults

2010 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 113-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beverly L. Roberts ◽  
Mary A. Dolansky ◽  
Bryan A. Weber
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Cognitive Factors ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Everyday Activities ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Fear Of Falls

Physical and cognitive factors contribute to independence in daily activities, but the confidence to perform an activity (self-efficacy) also contributes to it. The purpose of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Task Self-efficacy Scale (TSE) for confidence in performing daily activities. Validity and reliability were assessed in 278 older adults with scores on all items on the TSE for analysis. Factor analysis revealed two factors (self-care and mobility) explaining 72.42% of the variance in the items. Moderate to large correlations were found between the TSE for Self-Care and TSE for Mobility to exertion (.90 to .93, respectively) and fatigue (–.79 to –.84, respectively) associated with activities assessed in the TSE. The expected differences in TSE were found between those with and without mobility difficulties, fear of falls, and shortness of breath with activity. Cronbach’s alpha was .96.

Using the Rating Scale Model to Examine the Psychometric Properties of the Self-Efficacy Scale for Driver Competence

2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 164-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Sundström
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Measurement Precision ◽  
The Self ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Scale Model ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Two Samples

This study evaluated the psychometric properties of a self-report scale for assessing perceived driver competence, labeled the Self-Efficacy Scale for Driver Competence (SSDC), using item response theory analyses. Two samples of Swedish driving-license examinees (n = 795; n = 714) completed two versions of the SSDC that were parallel in content. Prior work, using classical test theory analyses, has provided support for the validity and reliability of scores from the SSDC. This study investigated the measurement precision, item hierarchy, and differential functioning for males and females of the items in the SSDC as well as how the rating scale functions. The results confirmed the previous findings; that the SSDC demonstrates sound psychometric properties. In addition, the findings showed that measurement precision could be increased by adding items that tap higher self-efficacy levels. Moreover, the rating scale can be improved by reducing the number of categories or by providing each category with a label.

Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the 11-Item de Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale in Iranian Older Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 016327872110157
Author(s):  
Reza Hosseinabadi ◽  
Mahshid Foroughan ◽  
Gholamreza Ghaedamini Harouni ◽  
Mohammad-Sajjad Lotfi ◽  
Yadollah Pournia
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Persian Version ◽  
Loneliness Scale ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Back Translation ◽  
The Face

Loneliness is usually a chronic condition which may lead to physical and psychological undesirable consequences, and requires measurement and intervention. This study was conducted with the aim of preparing a Persian version of the 11-item de Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale and evaluating its psychometric properties among the Iranian older adults. After applying the translation-back translation method, the prepared script was subjected to the face and content validity evaluations and a Persian version of the scale was prepared. Factor analysis, concurrent validity, internal consistency, and test-retest methods were used to validate the scale. The Persian version of the 11-item de Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale showed acceptable content validity. The negative and significant correlations between the loneliness scores and the Philadelphia Geriatric Center Morale Scale indicated that the questionnaire had acceptable concurrent validity. The results of confirmatory factor analysis confirmed two factors for the scale. Also, the results of the intra-class correlation coefficient and Cronbach’s alpha coefficient demonstrated that the scale had acceptable reliability. The Persian version of the 11-item de Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale is an appropriate tool for measuring loneliness in the Iranian older adults.

Psychometric Properties of the Persian Adaptation of Mini-Cog Test in Iranian Older Adults

2017 ◽  
Vol 86 (3) ◽  
pp. 266-280 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Rezaei ◽  
Vahid Rashedi ◽  
Gohar Lotfi ◽  
Peymaneh Shirinbayan ◽  
Mahshid Foroughan
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Geriatric Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Roc Curve Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mental Test Score ◽  
Persian Version ◽  
People With Dementia

The aim of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Mini-Cog in Iranian older adults. It was a cross-sectional study; 50 older people with dementia and 50 without dementia who matched for age, gender, and education entered the study. The diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders criteria for dementia were used as gold standard. A battery of scales included the abbreviated mental test score (AMTS), the Geriatric Depression Scale, and the Mini-Cog was performed. Validity and reliability of the Mini-Cog determined using the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient (Pearson’s r), Cronbach’s alpha, and Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. The Persian version of Mini-Cog showed a good inter-rater reliability ( K = 0.76, p < .01) and a positive concurrent validity ( r = 0.39, p < .01) with the AMTS. The sensitivity and specificity were 88% and 62.8%, respectively, using the original cutoff point of 2. The findings showed that the Persian version of Mini-Cog have an acceptable sensitivity, specificity, and substantial overall agreement with the AMTS.

scholarly journals A Health-Related Satisfaction with Life Scale Measure for Use with Cross-National Older Adults: A Validation Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sofia von Humboldt ◽  
Isabel Leal
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Life Scale ◽  
Health Related

Objectives: Literature suggests some inconsistent results in the validity and reliability of the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SwLS) in older samples. The objective was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the SwLS in a cross-cultural sample of older adults.Methods: This is a validation study to assess the psychometric properties of the SWLS in a sample of 1291 older adults 75 years of age or older, cross-culturally diverse and living in the community. A confirmatory factor analysis was performed. Item analysis and reliability, were also assessed.Results: The systematic procedure used in the SwLS validation points to a good level of psychometric properties, such as reliability, construct, criterion validity, external validity and divergent criterion validity, suggesting that the SwL is assessing a construct different from the ones evaluated by PANAS and OtLQ.Conclusion: The SwLS has demonstrated reliability, validity, and reproducibility for use in measuring health-related satisfaction with life among older adults in policy programs and interventions in community settings.

scholarly journals Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Portuguese-speaking Adults

2012 ◽  
Vol 46 (4) ◽  
pp. 702-711 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Apolinario ◽  
Rafaela de Castro Oliveira Pereira Braga ◽  
Regina Miksian Magaldi ◽  
Alexandre Leopold Busse ◽  
Flavia Campora ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Characteristic Curve ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Inadequate Health Literacy

OBJECTIVE: To develop and validate a short health literacy assessment tool for Portuguese-speaking adults. METHODS: The Short Assessment of Health Literacy for Portuguese-speaking Adults is an assessment tool which consists of 50 items that assess an individual's ability to correctly pronounce and understand common medical terms. We evaluated the instrument's psychometric properties in a convenience sample of 226 Brazilian older adults. Construct validity was assessed by correlating the tool scores with years of schooling, self-reported literacy, and global cognitive functioning. Discrimination validity was assessed by testing the tool's accuracy in detecting inadequate health literacy, defined as failure to fully understand standard medical prescriptions. RESULTS: Moderate to high correlations were found in the assessment of construct validity (Spearman's coefficients ranging from 0.63 to 0.76). The instrument showed adequate internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha=0.93) and adequate test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient=0.95). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve for detection of inadequate health literacy was 0.82. A version consisting of 18 items was tested and showed similar psychometric properties. CONCLUSIONS: The instrument developed showed good validity and reliability in a sample of Brazilian older adults. It can be used in research and clinical settings for screening inadequate health literacy.

Child Body Concerns and Behavior Scale: Development and Psychometric Properties of a Body Image Scale for Children

2020 ◽  
pp. 003151252094828
Author(s):  
Clara Mockdece Neves ◽  
Juliana Fernandes Filgueiras Meireles ◽  
Fabiane Frota da Rocha Morgado ◽  
Priscila Figueiredo Campos ◽  
Maria Elisa Caputo Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Response Options ◽  
Convergent And Discriminant Validity ◽  
Body Image Scale ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Body Concerns ◽  
Brazilian Children

There are few instruments with good validity and reliability for evaluating body image in children. In this study we aimed to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a scale for Brazilian children. In Study 1, we developed 53 items on the basis of a literature review, previous body image scales and qualitative study. We developed the item format and response options and developed instructions for both researchers and participants. In Study 2, we used 10 experts and 21 boys and girls aged 7–11 years ( M = 8.25 years, SD = 1.70) to evaluate item content and semantics. The scale went through further refinement, leading to the exclusion of some items and the modification of others. In Study 3, we analyzed the instrument’s psychometric properties in 571 girls ( M = 9.17 years of age, SD = 1.23) and 597 boys ( M = 9.32 years, SD = 1.24) from all over Brazil, using exploratory and confirmatory factorial analyses with independent samples. The scale’s final version for females was composed of 17 items divided into five factors; and the final male version included 13 items and two factors. Both versions presented satisfactory convergent and discriminant validity, and these scales can now be used reliably with 7-11 year old Brazilian children.

Measuring Exercise Self-Efficacy in Pregnant Women: Psychometric Properties of the Pregnancy-Exercise Self-Efficacy Scale (P-ESES)

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 349-359 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen W. Bland ◽  
Bridget F. Melton ◽  
Elaine S. Marshall ◽  
Jacquelyn A. Nagle
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Multiple Correlation ◽  
Components Analysis ◽  
Multiple Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Original Measure ◽  
Activity Questionnaires

Background and Purpose: This study assessed the psychometric properties of a modified self-efficacy scale—the Pregnancy-Exercise Self-Efficacy Scale (P-ESES). Methods: Pregnant women completed the P-ESES and physical activity questionnaires (N = 88). Results: Internal consistency was confirmed by Cronbach’s alpha (α = 0.838) and equal-length Spearman–Brown (α = 8.22). Squared multiple correlation coefficients were calculated showing 9 of 10 items with values greater than the desired .5. A nonrotated exploratory principal components analysis confirmed the same 9 of 10 items loaded on a single factor, accounting for 46.1% of the variance. Each item had an acceptable load value of .40 or higher. Conclusions: Initial testing of the P-ESES confirmed validity and reliability with the exception of 1 item from the original measure: “Exercising without physician approval.”

scholarly journals Older adults, falls and technologies for independent living: a life space approach

2011 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 829-848 ◽  
Author(s):  
CATHY BAILEY ◽  
TIMOTHY G. FORAN ◽  
CLIODHNA NI SCANAILL ◽  
BEN DROMEY
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Independent Living ◽  
Fear Of Falling ◽  
Research Programme ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Falls Prevention ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Life Space ◽  
Risky Behaviour ◽  
Fear Of Falls

ABSTRACTThis paper draws attention to the need for further understanding of the fine details of routine and taken-for-granted daily activities and mobility. It argues that such understanding is critical if technologies designed to mitigate the negative impacts of falls and fear-of-falling are to provide unobtrusive support for independent living. The reported research was part of a large, multidisciplinary, multi-site research programme into responses to population ageing in Ireland, Technologies for Independent Living (TRIL). A small, exploratory, qualitative life-space diary study was conducted. Working with eight community-dwelling older adults with different experiences of falls or of fear-of-falls, data were collected through weekly life-space diaries, daily-activity logs, two-dimensional house plans and a pedometer. For some participants, self-recording of their daily activities and movements revealed routine, potentially risky behaviour about which they had been unaware, which may have implications for falls-prevention advice. The findings are presented and discussed around four key themes: ‘being pragmatic’, ‘not just a faller’, ‘heightened awareness and blind spots’ and ‘working with technology’. The findings suggest a need to think creatively about how technological and other solutions best fit with people's everyday challenges and needs and of critical importance, that their installation does not reduce an older adult to ‘just a faller’ or a person with a fear-of-falls.

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