The psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Attitudes Toward Psycho-logical Medicine Scale

Abstract

This research examines the psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Attitudes Toward Psychological Medicine Scale. The study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the Arabic version of the scale and its effectiveness in measuring attitudes toward psychological medicine. Data were collected from a sample of Arab individuals and analyzed using appropriate statistical tools. The studied psychometric properties include relative validity, internal reliability, marginal reliability, and factor analysis. The results showed that the Arabic version of the scale possesses good psychometric properties, with a strong and positive correlation among its different components. These findings enhance the usability of the scale in research and psychological assessment within the Arab context. The study recommends further research to validate the Arabic version of the scale and examine it in larger and more diverse samples of Arab populations. This research can contribute to enhancing our understanding of attitudes toward psychological medicine in Arab culture and improving the quality of mental and healthcare in Arab communities.