The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) in an Argentine Population

The purpose of this study was to provide evidence of validity for the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale scores in an Argentine sample (Spanish-language version). Results indicated satisfactory psychometric properties (a one-factor structure, good item discrimination, high reliability, and significan...

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Published in:Measurement and evaluation in counseling and development 2014-01, Vol.47 (1), p.43-51
Main Authors: Montes, Silvana Andrea, Ledesma, Rubén Daniel, García, Natalia Mariana, Poó, Fernando Martín
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adults
Age Differences
Argentina
Assessment
Attention
Correlation
Correlation analysis
Discrimination
Factor Analysis
Factor Structure
Foreign Countries
Gender Differences
Goodness of Fit
MAAS
Measures (Individuals)
mindfulness
psychological assessment
Psychological tests
Psychometric properties
Reliability
scale
Test Reliability
Test Validity
validation
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Summary:The purpose of this study was to provide evidence of validity for the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale scores in an Argentine sample (Spanish-language version). Results indicated satisfactory psychometric properties (a one-factor structure, good item discrimination, high reliability, and significant correlations with additional measures). This version could be useful for research and assessment ends.
ISSN:0748-1756
1947-6302
DOI:10.1177/0748175613513806