Psychometric properties of the “parent-child relationship inventory” (PCRI) in a portuguese forensic sample

• Published in: Journal of child custody Vol. 15; no. 2; pp. 116 - 135
• Main Authors: Leite, Judite, Gomes, Hugo S., de Castro-Rodrigues, Andreia, Gonçalves, Rui Abrunhosa, Cunha, Olga
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Taylor & Francis Ltd 03.04.2018
• Subjects: Child custody; Confirmatory factor analysis; Parent-child relations; Quantitative psychology
• ISSN: 1537-9418; 2690-4586; 1537-940X; 2690-4594
• DOI: 10.1080/15379418.2018.1445058

In Portugal, there is a gap regarding psychological tests validated for forensic contexts, particularly those related to child custody issues. The Parent-Child Relationship Inventory (PCRI) is one of the most used instruments in child custody contexts. This study aimed to analyze the psychometric properties of PCRI in a Portuguese forensic sample. PCRI factorial structure and psychometric properties were analyzed in a sample of 144 parents involved in child custody assessments. The questionnaire showed good internal consistency, except for the parental support, autonomy, and role orientation scales. It also showed good discriminant capacity. The confirmatory factor analysis did not replicate the 7-factor model proposed by Gerard. The results were discussed based on the use of PCRI in the context of child custody assessment.