Developing and Validating the Senior Meaning in Life Evaluation (SMiLE) Scale.

IF 1.5 4区医学 Q3 GERONTOLOGY

Journal of Gerontological Social Work Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-03-10 DOI:10.1080/01634372.2024.2326690

Seok In Nam, Sejin Kim, Hyojin Nam, Junpyo Kim, Eunjin Lee, Sangyoon Han, HeeJung Yi

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Abstract

The Senior Meaning in Life Evaluation scale encompasses not only older adults' personal motivation and growth but also the meaning for them in society and in their relationships: With this scale, we aimed to present their voices. A three-phase process was followed: The scale's items were developed empirically from interviews of older adults; exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted to test convergent and concurrent validity; and finally, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed. EFA resulted in 18 items grouped into 4 factors (i.e., proactive on life, overcoming emptiness, acceptance in life, and social contribution), which was supported by the CFA.

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开发并验证老年人生活意义评估（SmiLE）量表。

老年人生活意义评估量表不仅包括老年人的个人动力和成长，还包括他们在社会和人际关系中的意义：通过该量表，我们旨在表达他们的心声。研究过程分为三个阶段：量表的项目是根据对老年人的访谈经验开发的；进行了探索性因子分析（EFA），以检验收敛有效性和并发有效性；最后，进行了确认性因子分析（CFA）。探索性因子分析的结果是将 18 个项目分为 4 个因子（即积极面对生活、克服空虚、接受生活和社会贡献），并得到 CFA 的支持。

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Journal of Gerontological Social Work Multiple-

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4.00

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期刊介绍： With over 30 years of consistent, quality articles devoted to social work practice, theory, administration, and consultation in the field of aging, the Journal of Gerontological Social Work offers you the information you need to stay abreast of the changing and controversial issues of today"s growing aging population. A valuable resource for social work administrators, practitioners, consultants, and supervisors in long-term care facilities, acute treatment and psychiatric hospitals, mental health centers, family service agencies, community and senior citizen centers, and public health and welfare agencies, JGSW provides a respected and stable forum for cutting-edge insights by experts in the field.