Description

The Argentinean Scale on Perceptions of Relationships with Parents for Children 8–12 Years of Age is a psychometric tool designed to assess children’s perceptions of their relationship with their parents. The questionnaire includes various items that examine the quality and nature of the parent–child relationship, focusing on aspects such as emotional support, communication, trust, and conflict. Its purpose is to capture children’s views on how supportive, involved, and available their parents are.

Purpose

The main aim of this scale is to provide a valid and reliable tool for assessing parent–child relationships from the child’s perspective. This evaluation is essential for understanding the emotional and psychological needs of children and can support the development of interventions aimed at improving family relationships and promoting children’s overall mental health.

Analysis

The analysis of data collected using the scale involves statistical methods to assess the reliability and validity of the instrument. Specifically, techniques such as factor analysis are used to confirm the structure of the scale, and reliability analysis (e.g., Cronbach’s alpha) is used to ensure internal consistency of the items. Additionally, correlation analysis may be performed to explore the relationship between scale scores and other indicators of children’s psychological and social functioning.

Calibration

The scale is calibrated using a Likert scale, where children are asked to rate statements from 1 (never) to 5 (always). Total scores are computed to provide an overall picture of the parent–child relationship. Higher scores indicate more positive perceptions of the relationship, while lower scores may suggest issues in the relationship.

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