ICPS

2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021

Response Processes Evidence of Validity for the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale with Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries

Virtual · May 2021

Posters · Clinical Science

  • Karla Glazewski
    University of British Columbia
  • Anita Hubley
    University of British Columbia
  • Nishtha Parag
    The University of British Columbia

Abstract

Response processes evidence of validity for the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale was explored among individuals with traumatic brain injuries. New interpretive guidelines suggested the anxiety subscale showed adequate validity evidence, whereas the depression subscale showed poor validity evidence. Five items were flagged for revision due to validity concerns.

Mood Disorders