Perceived social support: psychometric properties of the MSPSS in normal and pathological groups in a developing country

1995 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 121-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Eker ◽  
H. Arkar
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Developing Country ◽  
Perceived Social Support

scholarly journals Drop-the-p: Bayesian CFA of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in Australia

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Henrique Ribeiro Santiago ◽  
Adrian Quintero ◽  
Dandara Haag ◽  
Rachel Roberts ◽  
Lisa Smithers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Bayes Factor ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Significant Other ◽  
Australian Population ◽  
Three Factor

AimWe aimed to investigate whether the 12-item Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) constitutes a valid and reliable measure of social support for the general adult Australian population.MethodsData were from Australia’s National Survey of Adult Oral Health 2004–2006 and included 3899 participants aged 18 years old and over. The psychometric properties were evaluated with Bayesian confirmatory factor analysis. One-, two-, and three-factor (Significant Other, Family and Friends) structures were tested. Model fit was assessed with the posterior predictive p-value (PPPχ2), Bayesian root mean square error of approximation (BRMSEA), and Bayesian comparative fit index (BCFI). Dimensionality was tested by comparing competing factorial structures with the Bayes factor (BF). Reliability was evaluated with the Bayesian ΩH. Convergent validity was investigated with the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and discriminant validity with the Perceived Dental Control scale (PDC-3).ResultsThe theoretical three-factor model (Significant Other, Family, and Friends) provided a good fit to the data [PPPχ2 < 0.001, BRMSEA = 0.089-95% credible interval (CrI) (0.088, 0.089); BCFI = 0.963-95% CrI (0.963, 0.964)]. The BF provided decisive support for the three-factor structure in relation to the other structures. The SO [BΩH = 0.95 - 95% CrI (0.90, 0.99)], FA (BΩH = 0.92 - 95% CrI (0.87, 0.97), and FR (BΩH = 0.92 - 95% CrI (0.88, 0.97)] subscales displayed excellent reliability. The MSPSS displayed initial evidence of convergent and discriminant validity.ConclusionThe MSPSS demonstrated good psychometric properties and excellent reliability in a large Australian sample. This instrument can be applied in national surveys and provide evidence of the role of social support in the Australian population.

scholarly journals Validation of depressive symptoms, social support, and minority stress scales among Gay, Bisexual, and other men who have with men (GBMSM) in Nigeria, Africa: A Mixed Methods Approach

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adedotun Ogunbajo ◽  
Stella Iwuagwu ◽  
Rashidi Williams ◽  
Katie B Biello ◽  
Christopher W Kahler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Minority Stress ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Cognitive Interviews ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Stress Measure

Abstract Background: Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) in Nigeria experience social marginalization, discrimination and violence due to their sexual identity, which may negatively impact physical, mental, and sexual health outcomes. Studies on GBMSM in Africa utilize measurement scales developed largely for populations in the Global North. The validity and reliability of these instruments—to our knowledge—have never been thoroughly investigated among GBMSM in Nigeria. The aim of the current study was to determine the validity and reliability of the English versions of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CESD-R), Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), and LGBT Minority Stress Measure among a large multi-state sample of GBMSM Nigeria.Methods: Between January and June 2019, we conducted cognitive interviews (N=30) and quantitative assessments (N=406) with GBMSM in Nigeria. The cognitive interviews assessed comprehension of scale items and elicited suggestions for scale modifications. The quantitative assessment was used to gather psychosocial health data and to evaluate psychometric properties and construct validity of the modified scales. We utilized confirmatory factor analysis to assess factor structure, correlation coefficients, and Cronbach’s alpha to examine scale validity and internal consistency. Results: Based on participant feedback from the cognitive interviews, we made slight modifications (i.e., culturally appropriate word substitutions) to all three scales. Results of quantitative analyses indicated good psychometric properties including high factor loadings, internal consistency and construct validity among the CESD-R, MSPSS, and LGBT Minority Stress Measure among GBMSM in Nigeria. Conclusion: These results suggests that modifying research scales to be more culturally relevant likely do not jeopardize their validity and reliability. We found that modified scales measuring depressive symptoms, perceived social support, and minority stress among GBMSM in Nigeria remained valid. More research is needed to explore whether the psychometric properties remain if the scales are translated into broken English (Pidgin) and other traditional Nigerian languages (Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa).

Psychometric Properties of Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support among Ghanaian Adolescents

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 101-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angelina Wilson ◽  
Joana Salifu Yendork ◽  
Nceba Z. Somhlaba
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Perceived Social Support

Multidimensional scale of perceived social support: Psychometric properties in a South Asian population

2010 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 845-851 ◽  
Author(s):  
Athfah Akhtar ◽  
Atif Rahman ◽  
Meher Husain ◽  
Imran B Chaudhry ◽  
Venu Duddu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
South Asian ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Asian Population ◽  
South Asian Population

Measuring Perceived Social Support in Elite Athletes: Psychometric Properties of the Romanian Version of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support

2021 ◽  
pp. 003151252110052
Author(s):  
Dan Iulian Alexe ◽  
Anișoara Sandovici ◽  
Viorel Robu ◽  
Rafael Burgueño ◽  
Dragoș Ioan Tohănean ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Elite Athletes ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Average Variance ◽  
Emotional Disposition

The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a brief measure designed to capture individuals’ perceptions of the support received from their social networks. It has been translated into several languages and adapted for various cultural contexts. The aim of this study was to evaluate psychometric properties of the Romanian version of the MSPSS, using a sample of young elite athletes. To assess its validity and reliability, 282 Romanian elite athletes (176 males, 106 females; 19 – 25 years old) completed the MSPSS together with questionnaires measuring life satisfaction, negative emotional disposition, and perceived stress. A confirmatory factor analysis underpinned a 12-item three-factor correlated model that was invariant over gender. Cronbach’s alpha and Raykov’s composite reliability coefficients together with average variance extracted showed adequate values for each factor. Correlational analysis displayed that three sources of social support positively correlated with life satisfaction and negative emotional disposition and negatively correlated with perceived stress. Altogether, the MSPSS is a valid and reliable short measure for Romanian elite athletes to explore perceived social support from their family, friends, or significant others.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 1885-1895
Author(s):  
Larissa Maria David G. Martins ◽  
Maria Cristina Ferreira ◽  
Felipe Valentini
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Perceived Social Support

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in Greek Nurses

2018 ◽  
Vol 51 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-30
Author(s):  
Eleni Tsilika ◽  
Antonis Galanos ◽  
Tzanis Polykandriotis ◽  
Efi Parpa ◽  
Kyriaki Mystakidou
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Correlation Coefficient ◽  
Intraclass Correlation Coefficient ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Oncology Nurses

Background Psychosocial well-being in the workplace may increase retention of oncology nurses, while a lack of social support has been a predictor of occupational stress in nurses. Purpose To further explore this phenomenon by examining the psychometric properties of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in Greek nurses working in oncology and mental health settings. Methods A cross-sectional design was used. The sample consisted of 150 nurses (70 oncology nurses and 80 mental health nurses) from the area of greater Athens who joined the study. The scale was translated to Greek using the “forward-backward” procedure. The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support’s internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s α), stability (intraclass correlation coefficient), factor structure (factor analysis), and convergent validity (correlation with Ways of Coping Questionnaire) were examined. Results A three-factor (significant others, family, and friends) model was confirmed. The subscales representing the three factors demonstrated excellent internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s αs > .90) and stability intraclass correlation coefficient (>.90). Conclusions The measure is reliable and valid, and it can be used to assess nurses’ social support; the results of such an assessment could be helpful when selecting strategies for assisting nurses.

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