Translation and validation of the multidimensional scale of perceived discrimination (MSPD) among Chinese caregivers of children with congenital disorders
Yi Zhou , Long Yang , Junqun Fang , Xue Lei , Dan Luo
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Abstract
Aims
The original English version of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Discrimination (MSPD) was translated and cross-culturally adapted into a Chinese version (MSPD-C).
Methods
Psychometric testing was conducted among 194 caregivers of children with congenital disorders. Internal consistency was tested by calculating Cronbach's α. Test-retest reliability was calculated among 30 participants selected randomly to complete the questionnaire again in 2 weeks. Factor structure was tested with Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), and concurrent validity was examined by investigating the correlations of the MSPD-C with caregiver burden and anxiety.
Results
The Cronbach's α coefficient for MSPD-C is 0.979, and the test-retest reliability values is 0.905. CFA supported the four-factor model with the best goodness-of-fit indices (χ2/df = 2.022, RMSEA = 0.073, SRMR = 0.035, CFI = 0.938, TLI = 0.928). The concurrent validity of the MSPD-C was further supported by its significant positive correlations with caregiver burden (r = 0.384, P < 0.01) and anxiety (r = 0.296, P < 0.01). The average MSPD score of the total sample was 2.21 ± 0.90, which was higher in caregivers of children with structural malformations than those with nonstructural malformations. The group discrimination scores were higher than the individual discrimination scores, and the subtle discrimination scores were higher than the blatant discrimination scores.
Conclusions
The MSPD-C demonstrates robust reliability and validity and could be used as an effective tool to measure perceived discrimination among caregivers of children with congenital disorders. Further application and validation with other populations and in other countries are recommended.
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Research In Developmental Disabilities is aimed at publishing original research of an interdisciplinary nature that has a direct bearing on the remediation of problems associated with developmental disabilities. Manuscripts will be solicited throughout the world. Articles will be primarily empirical studies, although an occasional position paper or review will be accepted. The aim of the journal will be to publish articles on all aspects of research with the developmentally disabled, with any methodologically sound approach being acceptable.
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