Abstract

Validation of the Multi-Attitude Suicide Tendency Scale in Adolescent Samples

Osman A~~Barrios F X~~et al

Year: 1994 Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology, v.50, no.6, (November 1994), p.847-855 SIEC No: 19950495

This study of the factor structure & psychometric properties of the Multi-Attitude Suicide Tendency scale examined 215 15-18 yr olds. Analysis of the 30 MAST items supported the 4-factor scale structure. MAST subscales were internally consistent. Correlational & regression analyses examined the relations among the MAST subscales & self-report measures of suicidal behavior, social desirability, & general psychopathology. Limitations & suggestions for future research are discussed. (12 refs)