Validity and Reliability of the Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction and Frustration Scale Among Cancer Survivors in Korea
Author Information
Author(s): Yeom Hyun-E, Lee Jungmin, Kapritsou Maria, Sergentanis Theodoros N.
Primary Institution: Chungnam National University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to assess the validity and reliability of the Korean version of the Basic Psychological Needs Satisfaction and Frustration Scale (K-BPNSFS) in a cancer survivor population.
Conclusion
This study establishes the K-BPNSFS as a valid, reliable, and culturally relevant instrument for assessing the basic psychological needs of Korean cancer survivors.
Supporting Evidence
- The K-BPNSFS confirmed a robust six-factor structure including satisfaction and frustration dimensions.
- Convergent validity was supported by significant correlations with relevant constructs.
- Reliability analysis demonstrated high internal consistency across all dimensions.
Takeaway
The study created a tool to help understand what cancer survivors in Korea need to feel happy and motivated, which can help them take better care of themselves.
Methodology
A cross-sectional design was employed, involving 367 community-dwelling cancer survivors, with construct validity assessed using confirmatory factor analysis.
Limitations
The findings have limited generalizability due to the focus on two independent samples of breast- and blood-cancer survivors and the exclusion of individuals with advanced or terminal-stage cancer.
Participant Demographics
The average age of participants was 54.87 years, with most being married (79.8%) and having an educational background beyond high school graduation (81.5%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Confidence Interval
90% CI: 0.043 to 0.057
Statistical Significance
p < 0.001
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