Sao Paulo medical journal = Revista paulista de medicina · 2026
Psychometric properties of the Positive Aspects of Caregiving Scale for unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia in the Brazilian context: a validation study.
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Pavarini Sofia Cristina Iost, Gratão Aline Cristina Martins, Campos Camila Rafael Ferreira, Monteiro Diana Quirino, Barham Elizabeth Joan, Orlandi Fabiana de Souza, Martins Gabriela, Barbosa Gustavo Carrijo, Cruz Keila Cristianne Trindade da, Corrêa Larissa, Rocha Luana Aparecida, Alves Ludmyla Caroline de Souza, Ottaviani Ana Carolina
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BACKGROUND: The Positive Aspects of Caregiving Scale (PAC) assesses the satisfaction and psychosocial benefits perceived by caregivers in the caregiving experience.
OBJECTIVE: To analyze the psychometric properties of the PAC among unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia in the Brazilian context.
DESIGN AND SETTING: Validation study of the instrument conducted online with caregivers from different regions of Brazil.
METHODS: The sample comprised 100 unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia. Sociodemographic characteristics, positive aspects of caregiving, burden, depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, and quality of life were assessed using an online form. Evidence of validity based on internal structure was examined using confirmatory factor analysis, reliability testing, and criterion validity analysis.
RESULTS: Most participants were women (95%), daughters of the care recipient (85%), with an average age of 54.5 years, a high educational level, and residence in the Southeast region of Brazil. Depressive symptoms (70%), anxiety (65%), moderate to severe burden (42%), and low quality of life (62%) were prevalent. Factor analysis indicated satisfactory fit for the PAC, and the high correlation between factors supported consideration of a one-dimensional scoring structure. The scale showed high internal consistency (α = 0.89) and significant correlations with burden, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, and quality of life.
CONCLUSION: The PAC showed good psychometric properties in the Brazilian context, supporting its validity and reliability for assessing positive aspects of caregiving among unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia.
OBJECTIVE: To analyze the psychometric properties of the PAC among unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia in the Brazilian context.
DESIGN AND SETTING: Validation study of the instrument conducted online with caregivers from different regions of Brazil.
METHODS: The sample comprised 100 unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia. Sociodemographic characteristics, positive aspects of caregiving, burden, depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, and quality of life were assessed using an online form. Evidence of validity based on internal structure was examined using confirmatory factor analysis, reliability testing, and criterion validity analysis.
RESULTS: Most participants were women (95%), daughters of the care recipient (85%), with an average age of 54.5 years, a high educational level, and residence in the Southeast region of Brazil. Depressive symptoms (70%), anxiety (65%), moderate to severe burden (42%), and low quality of life (62%) were prevalent. Factor analysis indicated satisfactory fit for the PAC, and the high correlation between factors supported consideration of a one-dimensional scoring structure. The scale showed high internal consistency (α = 0.89) and significant correlations with burden, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, and quality of life.
CONCLUSION: The PAC showed good psychometric properties in the Brazilian context, supporting its validity and reliability for assessing positive aspects of caregiving among unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia.