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Empowering Change: Transforming Emotional Distress Assessment in Korean Adolescents

Empowering Change: Transforming Emotional Distress Assessment in Korean Adolescents

Introduction

In the realm of speech-language pathology, understanding and addressing emotional distress in children is crucial. The recent research on the "Translation and validation of the Korean version of PROMIS® pediatric and parent proxy measures for emotional distress" offers valuable insights for practitioners. This study provides a validated tool for assessing emotional distress, such as depression, anxiety, and anger, in Korean adolescents, using both self-reports and parent proxies.

Understanding the Study

The study aimed to develop a Korean version of the PROMIS Pediatric self-report and parent-proxy measures for emotional distress. These measures were meticulously translated and validated to ensure they were culturally appropriate and psychometrically sound. The research involved a comprehensive translation process, including forward-translation, reconciliation, back-translation, and expert reviews, followed by cognitive interviews to confirm cross-cultural equivalence.

Key Findings

The Korean version of the PROMIS measures exhibited satisfactory psychometric properties and unidimensionality. The study involved 252 adolescent-parent dyads, revealing strong reliability and validity in assessing emotional distress. The measures demonstrated strong correlations between pediatric and proxy reports, highlighting their effectiveness in capturing emotional distress from multiple perspectives.

Implications for Practitioners

For practitioners in speech-language pathology, integrating these validated measures into practice can significantly enhance the assessment of emotional distress in Korean adolescents. The PROMIS measures offer:

By utilizing these tools, practitioners can better understand and address the emotional needs of adolescents, leading to improved outcomes.

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides a solid foundation, it also highlights the need for further research. Practitioners are encouraged to explore:

Engaging in further research will not only refine these tools but also contribute to a deeper understanding of emotional distress in adolescents.

Conclusion

The Korean version of the PROMIS Pediatric self-report and parent proxy measures for emotional distress is a reliable and valid tool for assessing emotional distress in adolescents. By incorporating these measures into practice, practitioners can enhance early detection and intervention, ultimately improving mental health outcomes for Korean adolescents.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Translation and validation of the Korean version of PROMIS® pediatric and parent proxy measures for emotional distress.


Citation: Choi, H., Kim, C., Ko, H., & Park, C. G. (2019). Translation and validation of the Korean version of PROMIS® pediatric and parent proxy measures for emotional distress. Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes, 3(36). https://doi.org/10.1186/s41687-019-0120-7
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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