Cross-cultural validation of two scales to assess mental wellbeing in persons affected by leprosy in Province 1 and 7, Nepal.

ABSTRACT: To assess mental wellbeing among persons affected by leprosy, this study aimed to validate the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale (WEMWBS) and the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9, depression tool) in Province 1 and 7, Nepal. Using purposive and convenience sampling, cross-cultural equivalences were assessed through semi-structured interviews with persons affected by leprosy (>18 years). Data were transcribed, translated, analysed and discussed with experts before revising the tools. Psychometric properties of the scales were assessed using an interviewer-administered questionnaire with cases affected by leprosy and controls not affected by leprosy (>18 years). Statistical analysis included internal consistency, construct validity, floor and ceiling effects, and interpretability.

SUBMITTER: Dijkstra JIR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10810443 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature