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The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS): Reliability and Validity of Russian Version
G S Pushkarev1, G D Zimet2, V A Kuznetsov1
1Tyumen Cardiology Research Center, Tomsk National Research Medical Center, Russian Academy of Sciences, Tomsk, Russia.
Clinical Gerontologist
|December 28, 2018
Summary
The Russian version of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a reliable tool for assessing social support in cardiac patients. Its validity and internal structure closely match the English version, confirming its clinical utility.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Cardiology
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Assessing perceived social support is crucial for cardiac patients' well-being.
- The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a widely used instrument.
- Validation of translated versions is essential for cross-cultural research and clinical application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the factorial and construct validity and reliability of the Russian version of the MSPSS.
- To confirm the suitability of the Russian MSPSS for use with patients experiencing coronary artery disease.
Main Methods:
- A total of 1018 patients with coronary artery disease completed the Russian version of the MSPSS.
- Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were employed to assess the scale's structure.
- Correlation analyses examined the relationship between MSPSS scores and measures of anxiety, depression, and curiosity.
Main Results:
- The Russian MSPSS demonstrated high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha ≈ .90).
- Factor analysis confirmed a three-factor structure, consistent with the original scale.
- The scale showed expected correlations: negative with anxiety/depression, positive with curiosity.
Conclusions:
- The Russian version of the MSPSS exhibits strong reliability, internal consistency, and factorial structure.
- Test-retest reliability was satisfactory, and construct validity was supported by correlation analyses.
- The MSPSS is a valid and reliable tool for measuring social support in Russian-speaking cardiac patients.
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