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Gratitude Questionnaire (GQ-6)—Exploring Psychometric Properties in India

verfasst von: Naval Garg, Nancy Katiyar, Mehak

Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health | Ausgabe 5/2021

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Abstract

Due to culture-based differences in conceptualization, expression, and gratitude experience, the GQ-6 scale has been validated in different countries. The present study examines the adaptability of the Gratitude Questionnaire (GQ-6) scale in India. Two studies are conducted to evaluate the psychometric properties of GQ-6 for Indian college students. The first study explores factorial validity, reliability, and measurement invariance of the scale. Appropriate factor loading in exploratory factor analysis and model fit indices in confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) provides empirical evidence of the scale’s factorial validity. The second study investigates the convergent and criterion validity of the scale. A positive correlation with positive affect (PANAS scale) and life satisfaction (Wheel of Life Scale) and a negative association with negative affect (PANAS scale) establish criterion validity of GQ-6. The results conclude adequate suitability of the GQ-6 scale for Indian college students.

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Titel: Gratitude Questionnaire (GQ-6)—Exploring Psychometric Properties in India
verfasst von: Naval Garg
Nancy Katiyar
Mehak
Publikationsdatum: 03.09.2021
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health / Ausgabe 5/2021
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-021-01419-y

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