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Adaptation of the Communication Patterns Questionnaire (CPQ) for Spanish-speaking populations
Janire Ruiz-Casedas1, Alfonso Osorio1, María Calatrava1
1Institute for Culture and Society, Universidad de Navarra.
Summary
This study adapted the Communication Patterns Questionnaire (CPQ) into Spanish, creating a reliable tool for assessing couple dynamics. The Spanish CPQ demonstrates good psychometric properties for Spanish-speaking populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- The Communication Patterns Questionnaire (CPQ) is vital for understanding couple conflict dynamics.
- A validated Spanish version of the CPQ was previously unavailable, limiting its use in Spanish-speaking populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To adapt the CPQ into Spanish and evaluate its psychometric properties.
- To provide a culturally relevant instrument for assessing couple interaction patterns in Spanish-speaking contexts.
Main Methods:
- The CPQ underwent translation and back-translation.
- Factor analysis and invariance analyses were conducted on data from Spanish (N=536) and Mexican (N=564) samples.
- Reliability and correlations with commitment and satisfaction were assessed.
Main Results:
- The adapted CPQ showed a good fit to the factor model (CFI=.954, RMSEA=.056) after minor item adjustments.
- Invariance across sex and country was confirmed.
- Subscales demonstrated adequate internal consistency and significant correlations with related constructs.
Conclusions:
- The Spanish adaptation of the CPQ is a valid and reliable instrument.
- This study offers a valuable tool for research and clinical practice concerning couple dynamics in Spanish-speaking communities.
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