Urdu Translation and Validation of the Self-Transcendence Scale in Pakistan
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The Self-transcendence Scale is employed in the present study. According to Reed (1991), the term was developed for the purpose of expanding the concept of self-transcendence. In order to achieve conceptual, linguistic, and cultural equivalence of the translated tools, forward backward translation techniques and expert panel review were done. To check the translation’s validity and appropriateness, a sample of 460 adults were selected through convenience sampling technique. An Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was conducted on the 15 items of the self-transcendence scale. Results of the EFA revealed that self-transcendence has a two-factor structure: intrapersonal and interpersonal. The factor loadings for all the items were acceptable ranging from 0.510 to 0.786. The total variance of the study was accounted for 50.60%. It explains the complicated type of the construct. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) conducted to validate the factor structure using a sample of 400 adults drawn independently. The acceptable fit of the final model yielded χ2⁄df = 2.60, RMSEA = 0.079, GFI = 0.91 and CFI = 0.91. The internal consistency results were good with Cronbach’s alpha = 0.90. More evidence of construct and discriminant validity was obtained. In general, results revealed that Urdu version of Self-Transcendence Scale is a reliable, and psychometrically accepted measure to be used on Pakistani population.
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