Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Strength‐Based Parenting Scale in Adolescents
Author Information
Author(s): Asgarizadeh Ahmad, Omid Shokri
Primary Institution: Shahid Beheshti University
Hypothesis
To translate the Strength‐Based Parenting Scale (SBPS) into Persian and investigate its validity and reliability among Iranian adolescents.
Conclusion
The study provides preliminary support for the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the SBPS.
Supporting Evidence
- Confirmatory factor analysis supported a two-factor structure of the SBPS.
- The two dimensions were significantly correlated with mental toughness and psychological resilience.
- Excellent internal consistency coefficients were observed for both subscales.
Takeaway
This study looked at how well a parenting scale works in Persian for teenagers, showing it can help understand how parents support their kids' strengths.
Methodology
The study involved 645 adolescents who completed the Persian translation of the SBPS and additional measures of mental toughness and resilience.
Potential Biases
Potential common method bias due to reliance on self-reported data.
Limitations
The study relied solely on self-reports from adolescents and was conducted in a single educational district in Tehran.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 645 adolescents (349 females, M age = 14.01 years, SD age = 0.82, range = 13–15).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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