Japanese Version of the Parenting Sense of Competence Scale for Mothers
Author Information
Author(s): Tanigo Tomomi, Endo Masayuki, Ohashi Kazutomo, Fabris Matteo
Primary Institution: Osaka Dental University
Hypothesis
The study aims to develop a Japanese version of the Parenting Sense of Competence (PSOC) scale and investigate the structure of Japanese mothers' parenting self-efficacy (PSE) one month postpartum.
Conclusion
A reliable and valid Japanese version of the PSOC for mothers one month postpartum was developed, revealing that mothers with siblings and those with three children had higher PSOC scores.
Supporting Evidence
- The Japanese PSOC scale showed a moderate positive correlation with self-esteem and a moderate negative correlation with postpartum depression.
- Mothers with children who have siblings reported higher PSOC scores than those without siblings.
- Mothers with three children had significantly higher PSOC scores compared to those with two children.
Takeaway
This study created a new tool to help Japanese mothers feel more confident in parenting, especially when they have more children.
Methodology
The study involved two parts: an exploratory factor analysis of the PSOC scale with 161 mothers in Study 1 and a confirmatory factor analysis with 129 mothers in Study 2.
Limitations
The sample may not represent the average Japanese mother due to a higher educational background than the national average.
Participant Demographics
Participants were primarily highly educated mothers, with a mix of primiparous and multiparous women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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