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Turhan, A.; Roest, J. J.; Delforterie, M. J.; Van der Helm, G. H. P.; Neimeijer, E. G.; Didden, R. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: In secure residential facilities, group climate perceptions of clients with mild intellectual disability or borderline intellectual functioning are systematically assessed for quality improvement. A valid and reliable measure may ensure that this process is consistent. The Group Climate Inventory--Revised (GCI-R) is a new measure to…
Descriptors: Psychometrics, Adults, Test Construction, Mild Intellectual Disability
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Gil-Llario, María Dolores; Flores-Buils, Raquel; Elipe-Miravet, Marcel; Fernández-García, Olga; Ballester-Arnal, Rafael – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: This paper presents a description of the development and psychometric properties of a self-report instrument for the assessment of sexual behaviour and concerns of people with mild intellectual disabilities (SEBECOMID-S). Methods and procedures: The study included 281 people with mild intellectual disabilities. The psychometric…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Psychometrics, Measurement Techniques, Sexuality
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Ben-David, Nophar; Lotan, Meir; Moran, Daniel Sender – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: The dynamic nature of intellectual disability necessitates repeated screening. Method: The functional screening tool (FST-ID) for individuals with intellectual disabilities was carefully constructed. Results: The FST-ID General Adaptive Composite score (GAC) runs between 0 and 68 points. Criterion validity--high-positive correlations…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Screening Tests, Test Construction, Test Validity
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Gil-Llario, María Dolores; Morell-Mengual, Vicente; Fernández-García, Olga; Castro-Calvo, Jesús; Ballester-Arnal, Rafael – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: This paper presents psychometric properties of an instrument for the Assessment of Sexual Behaviour and Knowledge of people with Intellectual Disability (ASBKID), other-reported by professionals who are in daily contact with them. Methods and procedures: Assessments of 236 individuals with intellectual disability were obtained from 100…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Psychometrics, Sexuality, Behavior
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Zalmstra, Trees A. L.; Reinders-Messelink, Heleen A.; Elema, Agnes; Van Gils, Willemijn; Van Der Sluis, Corry K.; Van Der Putten, Annette A. J. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: A measure to provide insight regarding health-related quality of life of adults with severe motor and intellectual disabilities was lacking. For this reason, the CPADULT was developed. This measure includes domains relating to an individual's physical, mental, and social functioning. The purpose of this study was to assess the…
Descriptors: Test Validity, Test Reliability, Quality of Life, Adults
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Ingham, Barry; Bentley, Alice; Rhodes, Jenny; Dagnan, Dave – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2020
Background: This article describes the development and use of the Formulation Understanding Measure to evaluate team formulation with staff supporting people with intellectual disabilities. Method: A quantitative design with an opportunistic sample was used to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Formulation Understanding Measure (FUM)…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Psychometrics, Test Construction, Teamwork
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Wong, Shyh Shin; Ong, Kuei Rong; Teo, Clara Hui Xin; Ng, Jing Yi; Gwee, Ai Jia; Toh, Alison Yiling – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: The Work Support Profile (WSP) is a brief assessment instrument that enables staff supporting adults with disabilities to provide calibrated and individualized support for specific work tasks. This paper sought to examine the psychometric properties of WSP for people with disabilities. Method: A pilot study was conducted with 239…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Test Validity, Psychometrics, Supported Employment
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Humphreys, Lincoln; Bigby, Christine; Iacono, Teresa; Bould, Emma – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2020
Background: Organizational culture in group homes for people with intellectual disabilities has been identified as influencing staff behaviour and residents' quality of life (QOL). Despite this influence, culture has been under-researched, with no published and validated instrument to measure its dimensions in group homes. The aim was to develop…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Organizational Culture, Group Homes, Intellectual Disability
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Collins, Kirsten; Gratton, Caroline; Heneage, Celia; Dagnan, Dave – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: This study aimed to develop a self-report measure of paid caregivers' empathy towards people with intellectual disabilities. Materials and Methods: Following questionnaire development, 194 staff working in services for people with intellectual disabilities completed self-report questionnaires, including the new empathy measure. The…
Descriptors: Caregiver Attitudes, Caregivers, Empathy, Intellectual Disability
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Stancliffe, R. J.; Wiese, M. Y.; Read, S.; Jeltes, G.; Clayton, J. M. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: This paper examines the development and psychometric characteristics of three instruments about end of life, designed for use with adults with intellectual disability (ID). Respectively, the instruments assess understanding of the concept of death, end-of-life planning, and fear of death. Methods: Part 1: instruments were developed or…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Psychometrics, Decision Making, Adults
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Kilbane, Amy L.; Jahoda, Andrew – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2011
Objectives: To carry out a preliminary exploration and measurement of therapy expectancy in adults with intellectual disabilities through the development and psychometric evaluation of the therapy expectation measure (TEAM). Design: The initial scale development phase combined top-down theory-driven and bottom-up data-driven processes to identify…
Descriptors: Self Efficacy, Mental Retardation, Construct Validity, Test Validity
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Llewellyn, Gwynnyth; Bundy, Anita; Mayes, Rachel; McConnell, David; Emerson, Eric; Brentnall, Jennie – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2010
Background: This study describes the development and trialling of the Family Life Interview (FLI), a clinical tool designed to examine sustainability of family routines. Materials and Methods: The FLI, a self-report instrument completed by a parent within a semi-structured practitioner--parent interview, was administered to 118 parents, with…
Descriptors: Family Life, Construct Validity, Test Validity, Family Environment