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

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Title: The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) in an Argentine Population
Language: English
Authors: Montes, Silvana Andrea, Ledesma, Rubén Daniel, García, Natalia Mariana, Poó, Fernando Martín
Source: Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development. Jan 2014 47(1):43-51.
Availability: SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: http://sagepub.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 9
Publication Date: 2014
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Attention, Measures (Individuals), Test Validity, Factor Structure, Test Reliability, Correlation, Adults, Goodness of Fit, Gender Differences, Age Differences, Factor Analysis
Geographic Terms: Argentina
DOI: 10.1177/0748175613513806
ISSN: 0748-1756
Abstract: 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.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 22
Entry Date: 2014
Accession Number: EJ1021028
Database: ERIC
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Abstract: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
DOI:10.1177/0748175613513806