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Development and validation of the Cancer Exercise Stereotypes Scale
Charlène Falzon1, Catherine Sabiston, Alessandro Bergamaschi
1a Laboratory of Human Motricity, Education Sport and Health - EA 6309 , University of Nice Sophia-Antipolis , Nice , France.
Journal of Psychosocial Oncology
|September 2, 2014
Summary
Researchers developed and validated the French-language Cancer Exercise Stereotypes Scale (CESS) to measure exercise-related beliefs in cancer patients. This validated tool aids in understanding and promoting physical activity during cancer treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Psychology
- Health Behavior
Background:
- Stereotypes surrounding exercise can influence physical activity participation in cancer patients.
- Understanding these beliefs is crucial for developing effective interventions.
- A validated instrument is needed to accurately measure exercise stereotypes in this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a French-language questionnaire, the Cancer Exercise Stereotypes Scale (CESS).
- To assess stereotypes related to exercise specifically in cancer patients.
- To provide a reliable tool for research and clinical application.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and qualitative interviews to develop an initial questionnaire.
- Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) to refine the scale items and structure.
- Psychometric testing including reliability (stability over time) and validity (convergent and discriminant).
Main Results:
- The final 19-item Cancer Exercise Stereotypes Scale (CESS) with five subscales was validated.
- The instrument demonstrated good psychometric properties, including stability and validity.
- The scale successfully measures exercise stereotypes in French-speaking cancer patients.
Conclusions:
- The French-language Cancer Exercise Stereotypes Scale (CESS) is a psychometrically sound instrument.
- CESS can be utilized to investigate theoretical aspects of exercise beliefs in cancer patients.
- The scale can inform the development of targeted interventions to promote exercise during cancer care.
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