Psychometric Properties of the Spanish Versions of the Activity Restriction Scale.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Activity restriction (i.e., feeling limited in performing certain activities) has been studied in relation to psychological distress. The Activity Restriction Scale (ARS) has been widely used, with a two-factor structure obtained in previous studies. However, there is no validated instrument for this measure in Spanish. This study aims to analyze the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the original ARS and to create an adapted version for older adults. Method: In Phase 1, the original ARS was tested in 143 Spanish family caregivers. In Phase 2, this version was explored through a pilot study with 10 Spanish older adults. In Phase 3, the ARS-Older Adults version (ARS-OA) was tested in a sample of 246 Spanish older adults. Confirmatory factor analysi

SUBMITTER: Garcia-Garcia L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11854992 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature