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The Maternal Tolerance Scale and nocturnal enuresis
R J Butler1, E J Redfern, I Forsythe
1Department of Psychology, High Royds Hospital, Menston, Ilkley, Leeds, U.K.
Behaviour Research and Therapy
|May 1, 1993
Summary
The Maternal Tolerance Scale effectively predicts mothers withdrawing children from nocturnal enuresis treatment. While validated, the scale may better measure intolerance than tolerance, identifying 6 key factors.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Pediatrics
- Child Health
Background:
- Nocturnal enuresis is a common childhood condition requiring treatment.
- Maternal factors significantly influence treatment adherence and outcomes.
- The Maternal Tolerance Scale (MTS) is a tool used to assess maternal attitudes towards treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To replicate previous findings on the Maternal Tolerance Scale's structure.
- To examine the cross-validity of the MTS with an independent sample of mothers.
- To identify underlying factors contributing to maternal intolerance in enuresis treatment.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a factor analysis approach.
- Administered the Maternal Tolerance Scale to an independent group of mothers.
- Analyzed the scale's structure and factor loadings.
Main Results:
- The Maternal Tolerance Scale demonstrated cross-validity in the independent sample.
- Factor analysis identified 6 distinct factors.
- Results suggest the scale may be more sensitive to measuring maternal intolerance than tolerance.
Conclusions:
- The MTS is a reliable tool for predicting treatment withdrawal in nocturnal enuresis.
- Further research is needed to refine the scale for better tolerance measurement.
- Understanding factors of intolerance can inform interventions to improve treatment adherence.