A Protocol for the International Translation and Validation of the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale for Preterm Birth [PSAS‐PTB] and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [PSAS‐NICU] Contexts.
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| Title: | A Protocol for the International Translation and Validation of the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale for Preterm Birth [PSAS‐PTB] and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [PSAS‐NICU] Contexts. |
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| Authors: | Worrall, Semra (AUTHOR), Fallon, Victoria (AUTHOR), Christiansen, Paul (AUTHOR), Khalil, Asma (AUTHOR), Spencer, Rosario (AUTHOR), Fresno, Andres (AUTHOR), Wormald, Francisca (AUTHOR), Nakić Radoš, Sandra (AUTHOR), Katušić, Ana (AUTHOR), Kostović, Mirna (AUTHOR), Azim Aburas, Kateřina (AUTHOR), Moussa, Suaad (AUTHOR), Wendland, Jaqueline (AUTHOR), Crivano, Giovanna M. (AUTHOR), Yahiaoui, Ania (AUTHOR), Stenzel, Nikola (AUTHOR), Payne, Elana (AUTHOR), Wittkowski, Anja (AUTHOR), Mirghafourvand, Mojgan (AUTHOR), Mashayekh‐Amiri, Sepideh (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | International Journal of Methods in Psychiatric Research. Mar2026, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p1-8. 8p. |
| Subjects: | Postpartum anxiety, Neonatal intensive care units, Self-report inventories, Cross-cultural studies, Psychometrics, Model validation, Premature labor, Translating & interpreting |
| Abstract: | Objectives: To describe the process for the translation and validation of the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale—Preterm Birth [PSAS‐PTB] and the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale—Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [PSAS‐NICU]. Methods: We outline a four‐stage process for translation and validation of the 10‐item PSAS‐PTB and the 16‐item PSAS‐NICU. Results: The protocol outlines a multi‐stage translation and validation process, including (1) independent forward translation, (2) independent back translation, (3) final approval following review, and (4) validity and reliability study. Conclusions: Culturally and contextually relevant assessment of postpartum anxiety is vital, particularly in vulnerable populations. Following standardised procedures will support broader applicability across diverse populations, providing a reliable self‐report tool for both research and clinical use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Objectives: To describe the process for the translation and validation of the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale—Preterm Birth [PSAS‐PTB] and the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale—Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [PSAS‐NICU]. Methods: We outline a four‐stage process for translation and validation of the 10‐item PSAS‐PTB and the 16‐item PSAS‐NICU. Results: The protocol outlines a multi‐stage translation and validation process, including (1) independent forward translation, (2) independent back translation, (3) final approval following review, and (4) validity and reliability study. Conclusions: Culturally and contextually relevant assessment of postpartum anxiety is vital, particularly in vulnerable populations. Following standardised procedures will support broader applicability across diverse populations, providing a reliable self‐report tool for both research and clinical use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 10498931 |
| DOI: | 10.1002/mpr.70065 |
