Brief Description

The CAPDQ-12 is a parent-report questionnaire that evaluates parental perceptions of the personality of children aged 11–13 years. It consists of 99 statements, which parents are asked to rate based on how well each statement matches their child’s behavior. Responses are given on a 5-point Likert scale.

Purpose

The questionnaire is designed to assess a child’s personality from the parents’ perspective, based on the Five-Factor Model of Personality (Big Five).

Scoring Method

Scoring is done by calculating the average rating for each general factor and specific sub-dimension. Certain statements are reverse-scored prior to analysis. A higher mean score indicates a greater presence of the corresponding trait.

Validity

The tool was developed using parent-generated descriptions and demonstrates high ecological validity. Its validity is further supported by comparisons with other psychometric variables and published findings.

Reliability

Internal consistency (Cronbach’s α) is high, ranging from 0.87 to 0.93 for general factors and 0.67 to 0.89 for sub-dimensions. Test–retest reliability correlations reach up to 0.70, indicating good stability over time.

Data Analysis and Use

The instrument allows for analysis by gender, age, and individual personality traits, with no significant differences typically found between the mean scores of boys and girls. It can be used in both research and clinical assessment settings.

References

Besevegis, E., & Pavlopoulos, V. (1999). Personality structure in infancy and childhood: Developmental trends and relation to the Big Five.
Bezevegis, H., & Pavlopoulos, V. (1998). Parental perceptions of their children’s personality…