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[Physical self-perceptions in adulthood and old age].

Alfredo Goñi Grandmontagne¹, Arantzazu Rodríguez Fernández, Igor Esnaola Etxaniz

¹Facultad de Educación, Universidad del País Vasco, Vitoria, Spain. aralfredo@euskalnet.net

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This study validated the Physical Self-concept Questionnaire (CAF) in adults and older adults. Results confirm its four-factor structure, particularly in younger adults, supporting its use in assessing physical self-concept across age groups.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Gerontology
Sociology

Context:

The Physical Self-concept Questionnaire (CAF) is a key tool for assessing individuals' perceptions of their physical attributes.
Understanding the stability and structure of physical self-concept across the lifespan is crucial for psychological well-being.
Previous research has explored the CAF's validity, but its tetra-factorial structure in adulthood and old age requires further confirmation.

Purpose:

To confirm the tetra-factorial validity of the Physical Self-concept Questionnaire (CAF) in adult and elderly populations.
To analyze the structure of physical self-concept across four distinct age groups.
To examine the correlations between the CAF's scales (physical skills, fitness, attractiveness, strength) in different age demographics.

Summary:

A confirmatory factor analysis was conducted on data from 1,114 participants (39.50% men, 60.50% women) aged 24 to over 65, divided into four age groups.
Correlations between the CAF's scales were lower than in prior studies, suggesting distinctiveness of the factors.
The tetra-factorial structure of the CAF was supported, especially within the 24-34 age group, indicating age-related nuances in physical self-concept.

Impact:

Provides empirical support for the Physical Self-concept Questionnaire's (CAF) tetra-factorial structure in adult and older populations.
Highlights potential age-related differences in the perception of physical skills, fitness, attractiveness, and strength.
Informs the application of the CAF in psychological assessments and interventions targeting physical self-concept across the adult lifespan.