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On cross-cultural comparative studies with the EMBU: a note on specific methodological issues.

W A Arrindell1, J van der Ende

  • 1Valerius Clinic, Department of Psychiatry, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica. Supplementum
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This study addresses challenges in cross-cultural research using the EMBU scale. It highlights issues with ensuring measurement equivalence across diverse cultural groups.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Cross-cultural research methodology

Background:

  • Cross-cultural research necessitates robust measurement tools.
  • Assessing memories of upbringing (EMBU) is vital for understanding developmental influences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss methodological problems related to measurement equivalence.
  • To examine equivalence challenges in cross-cultural comparative research using the EMBU.

Main Methods:

  • Focuses on conceptual and methodological issues.
  • Analyzes potential sources of non-equivalence in survey instruments.

Main Results:

  • Specific methodological problems impacting equivalence were identified.
  • Challenges in cross-cultural application of the EMBU were detailed.

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Conclusions:

  • Equivalence is a critical but complex issue in cross-cultural studies.
  • Further methodological refinement is needed for accurate cross-cultural comparisons using the EMBU.