Associate Prof, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Education, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran , hasanz@ut.ac.ir
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Abstract
Background: It is important to make a well-timed diagnosis of autism, using valuable tools is one of the diagnosis ways. This study aims at investigating GARS-3 psychometric characteristics for the Iranian Community. Methods: In terms of practical purpose and research proposal, the study is descriptive and of authentication type. The statistical population includes all 3 to 22 year-old people suffering from autism disorder among which 113 individuals were chosen as sample group, using systematic sampling. The data collected were analyzed by questionnaires of GARS-3 and 2, and also by using spss 23 software and statistical tests like internal correlation coefficient and Cronbach's alpha. Results: Results indicated that based on kappa coefficient GARS-3 has got needed translation accuracy. The scale time validity of more than 0/86 coefficient was significantly confirmed 0.01. The validity among correctors that was gained with internal reliability of more than 0/82 was significant in all subscales than those of social relation (p<0/01). It should also be noted that simultaneous validity of this scale with that of GARS-2 indicated the existence of this validity with regard to significant correlation coefficients (p<0/01). Conclusion: With regard to achieved results, it can be said that GARS-3 enjoys desirable psychometric characteristics to be used in Iranian community, therefore, it is recommended to scientific centers of research as a reliable and valuable tool.
Gorji R, HassanZadeh S, GhasemZadeh S, GholamAli Lavasani M. Gilliam Autism Rating Scale Psychometric Characteristics Investigation for Diagnosing People as Having Autism in the Iranian Community. aumj 2021; 10 (4) :439-450 URL: http://aums.abzums.ac.ir/article-1-1400-en.html