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Cultural value similarities and differences among Asian American ethnic groups.
B S Kim1, P H Yang, D R Atkinson
1Department of Psychology, University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742-4411, USA. bkim@psyc.umd.edu
Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology
|January 5, 2002
Summary
The Asian Values Scale (AVS) effectively measures cultural values across Chinese, Filipino, Korean, and Japanese American college students. Findings reveal both shared and distinct value dimensions among these diverse Asian American groups.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Cultural Studies
Background:
- The Asian Values Scale (AVS) is a critical tool for understanding cultural values.
- Previous research has established the AVS's utility, but further validation across diverse Asian American groups is needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the hierarchical factor model of the Asian Values Scale (AVS).
- To examine the factorial invariance of the AVS across four distinct Asian American ethnic groups.
- To identify similarities and differences in cultural value dimensions among these groups.
Main Methods:
- Utilized structural equation modeling (SEM) procedures, including confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), factorial invariance analysis, and structured means analysis.
- Analyzed data from 570 Chinese, Filipino, Korean, and Japanese American college students.
- Applied 22 items representing 6 value dimensions of the AVS.
Main Results:
- Confirmatory factor analysis supported a hierarchical factor model for the AVS.
- Factorial invariance analysis demonstrated that the factor meanings were consistent across the four ethnic groups.
- Structured means analysis revealed significant similarities and differences in the adherence to the six cultural value dimensions.
Conclusions:
- The AVS is a psychometrically sound instrument for assessing cultural values in diverse Asian American populations.
- Understanding ethnic-specific value dimensions is crucial for culturally sensitive psychological services.
- Further research should explore the nuanced application of the AVS in clinical and research settings.