Article
Development of the Self-Rated Abilities for Health Practices–Adolescent Version: A Self-Efficacy Measure
Journal of Nursing Measurement
(2018)
Abstract
Background and Purpose:
An instrument to measure wellness behaviors in adolescent females did not appear in the literature. The purpose of this article is to describe the development and evaluation of the Self-Rated Abilities for Health and Practices Scale–Adolescent Version (SRAHP-A).
Methods:
Initial psychometric testing was conducted with a sample of 265 adolescents and young adults aged 13–24 years. Data collection occurred through paper and pencil surveys.
Results:
Exploratory factor analysis using maximum likelihood factor extraction method and oblique ration was conducted. A four-factor structure consisting of Exercise, Nutrition, Health Practices, and Well-Being emerged.
Conclusions:
Initial psychometric testing suggested that it is a valid and reliable measure of wellness behaviors in adolescent females. Further testing is necessary; however, it appears this instrument has the potential to move wellness care for adolescents and young adults forward.
Keywords
- self-efficacy for health-promoting behaviors,
- adolescent and wellness,
- instrument development,
- wellness,
- health promotion
Disciplines
Publication Date
2018
DOI
10.1891/1061-3749.26.1.134
Citation Information
Jenifer Chilton, K. Gosselin and B. K. Haas. "Development of the Self-Rated Abilities for Health Practices–Adolescent Version: A Self-Efficacy Measure" Journal of Nursing Measurement Vol. 26 Iss. 1 (2018) p. 134 - 141 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jenifer-chilton/10/