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Validation of the Self Awareness Outcome Questionnaire (SAOQ) in the Italian framework
1Department of Public health and Infectious diseases, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
La Clinica Terapeutica
|July 16, 2024
Summary
The Italian translation of the Self Awareness Outcome Questionnaire (SAOQ) is a reliable tool for measuring self-awareness. This validated scale allows for further research into self-awareness in Italian-speaking populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Self-awareness involves understanding one's thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and personality.
- It is crucial for personal growth, emotional regulation, and decision-making.
- Assessing self-awareness accurately is challenging but vital for tracking progress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the Italian translation of the Self Awareness Outcome Questionnaire (SAOQ).
- To ensure the translated scale maintains accuracy and sensitivity.
- To provide a reliable tool for measuring self-awareness in Italian.
Main Methods:
- Translation of the original English SAOQ into Italian.
- Assessment of test-retest differences to ensure stability.
- Estimation of Cronbach's alpha to determine internal consistency.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were found between test and re-test measurements.
- The results indicate the reliability and validity of the Italian SAOQ.
Conclusions:
- The Italian version of the SAOQ is a dependable instrument for assessing self-awareness.
- This validated tool facilitates further research on self-awareness within Italian contexts.
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