Validation of the Arabic version of the family assessment measure III (FAM III)
Validation of the Arabic version of the family assessment measure III (FAM III)

Summary/Abstract: Family functioning plays an important role in adaptation to developmental changes for both individuals and families. The Family Assessment Measure, third edition, (FAM III) is among the self-report measures used to assess family functioning. However, no version of FAM III has been validated in the context of Saudi Arabia. The purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the FAM III in Saudi Arabia. Respondents were presented with a questionnaire containing among others the FAM III and the Family Quality of Life Scale (FQoLS). The construct validity was assessed using confirmatory factor analysis, and concurrent validity, and the internal consistency reliability was assessed with Cronbach alpha coefficients. The results indicated that FAM III is a valid and reliable measure to be used in Saudi Arabia. Moderate correlations were found between subscales of FAM III and some subscales of FQoLS, indicating moderate concurrent validity. Cronbach alphas ranged between 0.68 and 0.76, indicating moderate reliability.

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