The present study involves a development and validation of the interactive video-based version of the Child Identity and Purpose (Ch.I.P.-I) questionnaire using a knowledge translation integrated (KTI) approach. In a KTI approach, key stakeholders are involved in measure development. The aim of a KTI approach is to enhance measure credibility, acceptability, feasibility, and sustainability. The measure demonstrated credibility through good perceived face, content validity, and internal consistency reliability (.82; children Ages 6 to 12). Further, the Ch.I.P.-I demonstrated good convergent and predictive validity, as it was significantly associated with agency, self-concept, hope, and openness to experience. Further, meaning predicted mental health. The measure was perceived to be acceptable in its design and phrasing by children, mental health practitioners, and media experts and all items were answered appropriately. Concerning sustainability and feasibility, stakeholders noted satisfaction (child friendliness, "fun") with the measure and mental health practitioners stated that they would use the Ch.I.P.-I in their practice. However, a short-form was recommended when repeated administration is required in order to enhance feasibility of administration. Therefore, reliability and validity findings are reported for both a long and short form of the Ch.I.P.-I in this multistudy article merging measure development research and validation research.
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