Frequency of suicidal ideation inventory: A reliability generalization meta-analysis

  • 0Departamento de Psicología y Salud, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud y la Educación, Universidad a Distancia de Madrid, Collado Villalba, Madrid, Spain.

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Summary

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The Frequency of Suicidal Ideation Inventory (FSII) demonstrates high overall reliability (alpha = .91), making it suitable for research and clinical use. Its reliability is influenced by administration type, population, and language.

Area Of Science

  • Psychological Assessment
  • Psychometrics
  • Mental Health Research

Background

  • Suicidal ideation is a critical area of mental health research.
  • The Frequency of Suicidal Ideation Inventory (FSII) is a recent tool for assessing suicidal ideation.
  • Understanding the reliability of assessment tools is crucial for valid research and clinical application.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To estimate the overall reliability of the Frequency of Suicidal Ideation Inventory (FSII).
  • To identify potential moderating variables affecting the FSII's reliability.

Main Methods

  • A reliability generalization meta-analysis was conducted.
  • A systematic literature search covered studies from 2016 to March 2024 across five databases.
  • Data from 32 studies (39 applications) reporting Cronbach's alpha were analyzed using a random effects model.

Main Results

  • The overall Cronbach's alpha for the FSII was .91 (95% CI = .90, .92), indicating high reliability.
  • The type of administration, study population, and language of the FSII were found to moderate its reliability.
  • The FSII's reliability is considered high and appropriate for diverse settings.

Conclusions

  • The FSII is a reliable instrument for measuring suicidal ideation.
  • Factors such as administration method, population characteristics, and language can influence the FSII's psychometric properties.
  • The FSII is validated for use in both research and clinical practice.

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