The Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised: A Validation Study in the Greek Cultural Context

This study assessed the cross-cultural relevance of Bowen Family Systems Theory by adapting and validating the Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised in a sample of Greek Cypriots (N = 717). Results indicated high internal consistency (α = .90). Confirmatory factor analysis revealed an adequate...

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Published inThe American journal of family therapy Vol. 49; no. 2; pp. 185 - 203
Main Authors Neophytou, Kleanthis, Schweer-Collins, Maria L., Rodríguez-González, Martiño, Jódar, Rafael, Skowron, Elizabeth A.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Abingdon Routledge 04.03.2021
Brunner-Mazel Publishing Company
Subjects
Confirmatory factor analysis
Counseling
cross-cultural validation
Cultural differences
Cultural sensitivity
differentiation of self
DSI-R
Greek
Measures
Sociocultural factors
System theory
Systems theory
Validation studies
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Summary:This study assessed the cross-cultural relevance of Bowen Family Systems Theory by adapting and validating the Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised in a sample of Greek Cypriots (N = 717). Results indicated high internal consistency (α = .90). Confirmatory factor analysis revealed an adequate fit of data to the original four-factor structure. Construct validity was demonstrated by a significant association between the Greek Differentiation of Self Inventory and trait-anxiety. Findings suggest the Greek Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised is a valid and culturally sensitive instrument. Implications for counseling and therapy are discussed.
ISSN:0192-6187
1521-0383
DOI:10.1080/01926187.2020.1783388