Validation of the Chinese version of the Obsessive-Compulsive Inventory-Revised
Author Information
Author(s): Peng Zi-wen, Yang Wen-han, Miao Guo-dong, Jing Jin, Chan Raymond CK
Primary Institution: Sun Yat-Sen University
Hypothesis
The study aims to evaluate the psychometric properties of a Chinese version of the OCI-R scale.
Conclusion
The Chinese version of the OCI-R is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring OCD symptoms in the Chinese context.
Supporting Evidence
- The confirmatory factor analysis confirmed a 6-factor model for the OCI-R.
- The internal consistency and test-retest reliability were acceptable for both non-clinical and clinical samples.
- The OCI-R showed good clinical discrimination for patients with OCD from healthy controls.
Takeaway
Researchers created a Chinese version of a questionnaire to help understand OCD symptoms, and it works well for both healthy people and those with OCD.
Methodology
The OCI-R was administered to 209 undergraduate students and 56 OCD patients, with confirmatory factor analysis conducted to examine construct validity.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the non-representative sample and cultural factors influencing symptom reporting.
Limitations
The sample size was relatively small and may not be representative, and cultural differences may affect reporting of OCD symptoms.
Participant Demographics
209 undergraduate students (116 females, 93 males) and 56 OCD patients (15 females, 41 males) from Guangzhou, China.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.34
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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