scholarly journals Reliability and Validity of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression (Ces-D) Scale for Adolescents in Lao Pdr

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sachi Tomokawa ◽  
Takashi Asakura ◽  
Ngouay Keosada ◽  
Vannasouk Bouasangthong ◽  
Vanthala Souvanhxay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Negative Affect ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Lao Pdr ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Least Square

This study aimed to develop a Laotian adolescent version of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D), determine its reliability and validity, and examine its factorial properties. The study targeted at 7,554 students in lower secondary schools and teacher training colleges in Lao PDR. Self-administered questionnaires were collected from 2012 to 2014. Exploratory factor analysis performed in three age groups using the weighted least square mean and variance adjusted estimation with robust maximum likelihood methods. The factor structure for each age group was the same; therefore, data from the full sample were analyzed further. The model was then tested by confirmatory factor analysis. A 2-factor model was determined as a common model among the age groups by using paralleled analysis. We determined a best-fitting structure comprising two factors: “Negative affect” and “Positive affect.” The Cronbach’s alpha was .81. “Effort” items loaded on the “Somatic and retarded activity” factor in the original model but loaded on the “Positive affect” factor in the adolescent model. “Depressed affect,” “Somatic and retarded activity,” and “Interpersonal” items were combined into the “Negative affect” factor in the adolescent model.

The Reliability and Validity of the Arabic Version of the Composite Abuse Scale

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-27
Author(s):  
Eman Alhalal ◽  
Marilyn Ford-Gilboe ◽  
Carol Wong ◽  
Fadia Albuhairan
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Arab World ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Saudi Women ◽  
And Control

Research that examines intimate partner violence (IPV) in the Arab world has been hampered by a lack of comprehensive valid and culturally appropriate measures. The purpose of this study was to test the reliability and validity of the Arabic version of the Composite Abuse Scale (CAS) in a sample of 299 Saudi women recruited from primary healthcare centers. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) did not support the original four-factor structure of CAS. Exploratory factor analysis revealed that the item pool reliably distinguished four different types of abuse (physical abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, and control). Two items were dropped from the scale leaving a 27-item scale. The final four-factor model with 27 items was supported through further CFA, including analyses supporting the fit of the four-factor model on a higher level, second-order concept (IPV). Total and subscales CAS scores demonstrate excellent to good reliability and evidence of concurrent validity based on correlations with established measures of depression (Center for Epidemiologic Studies-Depression [CESD]) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (PTSD Checklist-Civilian Version [PCL-C]).

Psychometric Assessment of the Postpartum Depression Predictors Inventory–Revised

2007 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathie Records ◽  
Michael Rice ◽  
Cheryl Tatano Beck
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Psychometric Assessment ◽  
Valid Assessment ◽  
Initial Support ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Mood Scale

Identification of women at risk for postpartum depression requires reliable and valid assessment indices. The purpose of this article is to describe the psychometric properties of the Postpartum Depression Predictors Inventory–Revised (PDPI-R). Psychometric assessment of the PDPI-R was conducted in conjunction with the Centers for Epidemiologic Studies Depressed Mood Scale, and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, using data from 139 pregnant women who were followed for 8 months after birth. The prenatal PDPI-R demonstrated concept, concurrent, and predictive validity. The postpartum PDPI-R demonstrated concurrent validity. Factor analysis revealed four underlying factors that did not match the original conceptualization of the instrument. Reliability of the total score resulting from the factor analysis was .83. Initial support for the reliability and validity of the PDPI-R was indicated.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Overall Anxiety Severity and Impairment Scale (OASIS)

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Farrahi ◽  
Banafsheh Gharraee ◽  
Mohammad Ali Oghabian ◽  
Mohammad Reza Pirmoradi ◽  
Seyyed Morteza Najibi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Negative Affect ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Functional Impairments ◽  
Single Factor ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Adequate Model ◽  
Persian Version

Objectives: This study was conducted to assess the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the overall anxiety severity and impairment scale (OASIS), a measure designed to evaluate the severity and functional impairments associated with clinical and subsyndromal anxiety. Methods: Using a descriptive-analytic framework, first, the OASIS was translated into Persian according to the forward-backward translation guidelines. Then, a total of 463 students of Guilan University of Medical Sciences in the academic year 2017 - 18 were selected using the convenience sampling method. Participants completed seven measures (i.e., OASIS, anxiety and stress subscales of depression anxiety stress scales-21, Beck anxiety inventory, openness subscale of NEO five-factor inventory, positive affect and negative affect scales, Connor-Davidson resilience scale, and state subscale of state-trait anxiety inventory), and the data were analyzed by SPSS V. 20.0 for windows and Lisrel V. 8.80. Results: Internal consistency reliability of the OASIS was acceptable (Cronbach’s α = 0.877). The exploratory factor analysis indicated that all items were loaded on a single factor (loadings = 0.799 - 0.849). The confirmatory factor analysis revealed that the single-factor model has resulted in an adequate model fit. The OASIS was positively correlated with the anxiety- and negative affect-related scales, whereas it was negatively correlated with the resilience- and positive affect-related scales. Correlations with the openness subscale were not significant. Conclusions: In line with previous studies, the findings showed that the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the OASIS are acceptable. Therefore, it seems that the measure can be used in clinical practices and research studies in Iran.

scholarly journals Preliminary Study of the Reliability and Validity of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale in Lao PDR

Psychology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 09 (10) ◽  
pp. 2396-2410
Author(s):  
Sachi Tomokawa ◽  
Takashi Asakura ◽  
Ngouay Keosada ◽  
Kimihiro Miyake ◽  
Uttha Khamheang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lao Pdr ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Preliminary Study

Use of modafinil to moderate the relationship between cancer-related fatigue and depression in 541 patients receiving chemotherapy: A URCC CCOP study.

2013 ◽  
Vol 31 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 9572-9572
Author(s):  
Claire Conley ◽  
Charles E Heckler ◽  
Gary R. Morrow ◽  
Karen Michelle Mustian ◽  
Charles Stewart Kamen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Symptoms Of Depression ◽  
Affective Symptoms ◽  
Brief Fatigue Inventory ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Relationship

9572 Background: Over 50% patients with cancer report symptoms of depression; 15% meet diagnostic criteria for Major Depressive Disorder. Depression is associated with increased insomnia, fatigue and reduced quality of life. We previously found that modafinil is effective for reducing high levels of fatigue among patients undergoing chemotherapy. This study aims to test whether modafinil can alleviate symptoms of depression by reducing fatigue. Methods: This study is a secondary analysis of 541 cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and experiencing fatigue (Brief Fatigue Inventory (BFI) >=3) that were randomized to receive either 200 mg of modafinil (N=260) or placebo (N=281) daily from baseline (Cycle 2) until post-test (Cycle 4). Depression was measured by the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D) at baseline and post-test. The CES-D total score and its subscales (Positive Affect, Negative Affect, Somatic Symptoms, and Interpersonal Symptoms) were analyzed. A linear model with CES-D post (outcome) and BFI baseline, Arm, and BFI*Arm interaction term (independent variables) was used to address the hypothesis; p<0.05 indicates significance. Results: We found no overall effect of modafinil on depression; however, the model demonstrated a significant moderating effect of modafinil on the relationship between baseline fatigue and CES-D total scores (p = 0.04). For subjects with severe fatigue (BFI ≥ 7), the drug reduced CES-D scores by 3-4. Modafinil also significantly moderated the relationship between baseline fatigue and Positive Affect subscale scores (p = 0.003), but not the relationship between baseline fatigue and Somatic, Negative Affect, or Interpersonal subscales. Conclusions: Modafinil differentially impacts depression based on a patient’s level of fatigue; reduced depressive symptoms occurred in those with extreme fatigue. This effect is driven by increases in positive affective symptoms. These results have significant implications for intervention; in patients with high levels of fatigue, modafinil might also reduce depression. Future RCTs are needed to confirm these results. Funding: U10CA37420, K07CA120025, K07CA132916.

The Reliability and Validity of the Arabic Version of the Composite Abuse Scale

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eman Alhalal ◽  
Marilyn Ford-Gilboe ◽  
Carol Wong ◽  
Fadia Albuhairan
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Arab World ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Saudi Women ◽  
And Control

Research that examines intimate partner violence (IPV) in the Arab world has been hampered by a lack of comprehensive valid and culturally appropriate measures. The purpose of this study was to test the reliability and validity of the Arabic version of the Composite Abuse Scale (CAS) in a sample of 299 Saudi women recruited from primary healthcare centers. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) did not support the original four-factor structure of CAS. Exploratory factor analysis revealed that the item pool reliably distinguished four different types of abuse (physical abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, and control). Two items were dropped from the scale leaving a 27-item scale. The final four-factor model with 27 items was supported through further CFA, including analyses supporting the fit of the four-factor model on a higher level, second-order concept (IPV). Total and subscales CAS scores demonstrate excellent to good reliability and evidence of concurrent validity based on correlations with established measures of depression (Center for Epidemiologic Studies-Depression [CESD]) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (PTSD Checklist-Civilian Version [PCL-C]).

scholarly journals Confirmatory Factor Analysis of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale in Oncology With Examination of Invariance Between Younger and Older Patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-236
Author(s):  
Rebecca M. Saracino ◽  
Heining Cham ◽  
Barry Rosenfeld ◽  
Christian J. Nelson
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Second Order ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Order Factor

Abstract. Accurate measurement of depressive symptoms in the cancer setting is critical for ensuring optimal quality of life and patient outcomes. The present study compared the one-factor, correlated two-factor, correlated four-factor, and second-order factor models of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D), a commonly used measure in oncology settings. Given the importance of adequate psychometric performance of the CES-D across age groups, a second aim was to examine measurement invariance between younger and older adults with cancer. Participants ( N = 663) were recruited from outpatient clinics at a large cancer center. Over one-fourth of the sample endorsed clinically significant depressive symptoms (25.9%, n = 165). Confirmatory factor analysis of the CES-D supported the hypothesized correlated four-factor model as the best fit. The second-order factor also demonstrated good fit, but interpretations of the factors were more complex. Factors were highly correlated (range = .38–.91). There was also support for full scalar invariance between age groups, suggesting that regardless of age, respondents endorse the same response category for the same level of the latent trait (i.e., depression) on the CES-D. Taken together, the results suggest that the CES-D is a viable depression screening option for oncology settings and does not require scoring adjustments for respondent age.

Measurement invariance of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale in parents of individuals with disabilities

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (10) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Eun-Young Park ◽  
Joungmin Kim
Keyword(s):  
South Korea ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Panel Study ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Fit Indices ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Invariance Model

We aimed to verify the factor model and measurement invariance of the abbreviated Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale by conducting a confirmatory factor analysis using data from 761 parents of individuals with intellectual disabilities who completed the scale as part of the 2011 Survey on the Actual Conditions of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, South Korea, and 7,301 participants from the general population who completed the scale as part of the 2011 Welfare Panel Study and Survey by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, South Korea. We used fit indices to assess data reliability and Amos 22.0 for data analysis. According to the results, the 4-factor model had an appropriate fit to the data and the regression coefficients were significant. However, the chi-square difference test result was nonsignificant; therefore, the metric invariance model was the most appropriate measurement invariance model for the data. Implications of the findings are discussed.

scholarly journals Validation of the Japanese Version of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale—Revised: A Preliminary Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Hirohito Tsuboi ◽  
Yui Takakura ◽  
Hiromasa Tsujiguchi ◽  
Sakae Miyagi ◽  
Keita Suzuki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Native Speakers ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Japanese Version ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Study Population

To make the Japanese version of the CESD-R—a revised version of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies depression scale (CES-D)—in the assessment of depressive symptoms in a general population. The English version of CESD-R was translated into Japanese, and back-translated into English by three native speakers of Japanese and English; then, we selected the version most completely consistent with the original items. The CESD-R was applied to 398 community-dwelling people (191 men: 48.0%, and 207 women: 52.0%) who were over 40 years old. The Japanese version of the CES-D was also carried out in the same population. Factor analysis was performed. Additionally, the correlations between the CESD-R and CES-D results were identified. The CESD-R scores showed a significantly positive correlation with CES-D scores (r = 0.74, p < 0.0005). Analysis of the CESD-R yielded a Cronbach’s alpha result of 0.90. Factor analysis revealed one principal factor in the CESD-R, whereas the original CES-D had two factors because of reversed items. The Japanese version of the CESD-R appears to have the reliability to be applicable for assessing depressive symptoms in population-based samples. However, because the Japanese expressions for some items might be unusual, our study population was also limited; further studies on other populations and on incorporating improved Japanese terminology will be needed.

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