The suicidal behaviors questionnaire-revised. Spanish form

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Psychometrics
• Mental Health Research

Background:

• Suicide risk assessment is crucial in young populations.
• Validated instruments are needed for accurate identification of at-risk individuals.
• Existing tools require adaptation for diverse linguistic and cultural contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

• To translate and culturally adapt the Suicide Behavior Questionnaire Revised (SBQ-R) into Spanish.
• To analyze the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the SBQ-R.
• To evaluate the reliability and validity of the adapted SBQ-R for use with Spanish-speaking undergraduates.

Main Methods:

• Translation and intercultural adaptation of the SBQ-R.
• Psychometric analysis including internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) and test-retest reliability (ICC).
• Confirmatory factor analysis and criterion-related validity assessment through correlation with other psychological constructs.

Main Results:

• Excellent internal consistency (α =.81) and test-retest reliability (ICC =.88) were found.
• Confirmatory factor analysis indicated an adequate fit for the measurement model.
• Criterion-related validity was established, supporting the SBQ-R's ability to correlate with relevant psychological constructs.

Conclusions:

• The Spanish adaptation of the SBQ-R is a psychometrically sound instrument.
• This validated tool can assist researchers and clinicians in identifying young individuals at high risk for suicide.
• The adapted SBQ-R facilitates suicide prevention efforts in Spanish-speaking populations.