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Development and Validation of the Assessment of Bullying Experiences Questionnaire for Neurodivergent Youth

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Title: Development and Validation of the Assessment of Bullying Experiences Questionnaire for Neurodivergent Youth
Language: English
Authors: Morton, Hannah E. (ORCID 0000-0002-5487-5182), Gillis, Jennifer M., Zale, Emily L., Brimhall, Kim C., Romanczyk, Raymond G.
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Nov 2022 52(11):4651-4664.
Availability: Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2022
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Bullying, Evaluation, Parents, Youth, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Neurological Impairments, Neurological Organization, Neurology, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Control Groups, Peer Relationship, Validity, Questionnaires
DOI: 10.1007/s10803-021-05330-z
ISSN: 0162-3257
1573-3432
Abstract: Bullying victimization is a prevalent concern for neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD) youth. Bullying assessment methods vary widely and there is currently no questionnaire specific to neurodivergent youth. The "Assessment of Bullying Experiences" ("ABE") was created to fill this gap. The "ABE" questionnaire was completed by 335 parents of school-age youth characterized as autistic, having ADHD, or community comparison. Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analysis identified a four-factor solution, aligning with verbal, physical, relational, and cyber victimization. Construct validity analyses indicate the "ABE" converges with an existing bullying questionnaire and diverges from disruptive behavior or internalizing symptoms. The "ABE" questionnaire is a valid measure of bullying that furthers understanding of nuance in peer victimization for neurodivergent youth and informs group-specific intervention.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2022
Accession Number: EJ1351466
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Bullying victimization is a prevalent concern for neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD) youth. Bullying assessment methods vary widely and there is currently no questionnaire specific to neurodivergent youth. The "Assessment of Bullying Experiences" ("ABE") was created to fill this gap. The "ABE" questionnaire was completed by 335 parents of school-age youth characterized as autistic, having ADHD, or community comparison. Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analysis identified a four-factor solution, aligning with verbal, physical, relational, and cyber victimization. Construct validity analyses indicate the "ABE" converges with an existing bullying questionnaire and diverges from disruptive behavior or internalizing symptoms. The "ABE" questionnaire is a valid measure of bullying that furthers understanding of nuance in peer victimization for neurodivergent youth and informs group-specific intervention.
ISSN:0162-3257
1573-3432
DOI:10.1007/s10803-021-05330-z