The Revision of the SCWBS Questionnaire: Evidence of unidimensionality, structure and detailed psychometric properties for younger children and preadolescents

Authors

BULA Marek Matouš KLOCEK Adam HAVRDOVÁ Egle

Year of publication 2024
Type Appeared in Conference without Proceedings
Citation
Description This study evaluates the psychometric properties of the Stirling Scale of Child Well-Being (SCWBS) and focuses on its ability to assess the well-being of children and preadolescents accurately. It examines the scale structure and item specifics, and highlights the need for a model based on existing research. Using a sample of 1701 fourth- and sixth-grade students, the study compares the unidimensional, two-factor, and bi-factor models of the SCWBS through item response multivariate theory, culminating in a thorough item analysis of the selected model. Findings indicate that the unidimensional model is the most appropriate for measuring well-being in the target age group, supporting the SCWBS for assessing overall, rather than subjective or psychological, well-being. The study confirms the robust psychometric validity of the unidimensional model and suggests a three-point Likert scale for younger respondents to increase the accuracy of responses.
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