Description

The Perceptions of Parents Scales – The College-Student Scale (POPSS) is a psychological tool used to measure how college students perceive their parents’ attitudes and behaviors. This scale aims to assess various dimensions of parental influence and support as perceived by students during their college years.

Analysis and Use of Data

Data Analysis:

Reliability: Assess the consistency of the scale by calculating Cronbach’s alpha or similar statistics.

Validity: Evaluate the scale’s effectiveness in measuring what it intends to by examining its content, construct, and criterion validity.

Factor Analysis: Conduct exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses to determine the underlying structure of the scale.

Use of Data:

Research: Examine the relationship between parental perceptions and various outcomes such as academic performance, psychological well-being, and social adjustment.

Interventions: Design targeted interventions to improve parent-student relationships and support systems based on perceived needs and concerns.

Goal

The primary goal of the POPSS is to provide insights into how college students view their parents’ roles and support, and how these perceptions influence their academic and social experiences. This understanding can help in designing better support systems and interventions for students.

Scoring

The scale typically involves a series of statements or questions to which students respond, usually on a Likert scale. Scores are then aggregated to provide an overall measure of perceived parental support and influence.

References

For detailed methodology and theoretical background, refer to academic papers and textbooks on the Perceptions of Parents Scales. Key references often include:

The original research article by the developers of the scale.

Subsequent studies that have validated or extended the use of the POPSS.

Relevant literature on parent-student relationships and their impact on college students.