Grit Assessment: Is One Dimension Enough?

Postigo, Álvaro; Izquierdo, Marcelino Cuesta; Cueto, Eduardo García; Menéndez-Aller, Álvaro; González-Nuevo, Covadonga; Muñiz, José

doi:10.1080/00223891.2020.1848853

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“…Looking at the dimensionality of the versions of the scale, EFA points to a unidimensional structure, similar to previous results (Areepattamannil & Khine, 2018; Gonzalez et al, 2020; Postigo et al, 2021), meaning that the hypothesis of a two-factor structure for mixed versions is refuted. However, the best fit indexes were found for the negative and positive versions, while the mixed versions (both mixed and original Grit-S scales) exhibited the worst unidimensional fit.…”

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“…Here, negative items make up the first factor, while the second is made up of positive ones. Recent research has shown that grit has a unidimensional structure, with the bidimensional model being caused by reversed items (Areepattamannil & Khine, 2018; Gonzalez et al, 2020; Morell et al, 2021; Postigo et al, 2021; Vazsonyi et al, 2019). Therefore, some grit scales have been developed following the unidimensional hypothesis, such as the Oviedo Grit Scale (EGO; Postigo et al, 2021).…”

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To be Direct or not: Reversing Likert Response Format Items

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Likert items are often used in social and health sciences. However, the format is strongly affected by acquiescence and reversed items have traditionally been used to control this response bias, a controversial practice. This paper aims to examine how reversed items affect the psychometric properties of a scale. Different versions of the Grit-s scale were applied to an adult sample (N = 1,419). The versions of the scale had either all items in positive or negative forms, or a mix of positive and negative items. The psychometric properties of the different versions (item analysis, dimensionality and reliability) were analyzed. Both negative and positive versions demonstrated better functioning than mixed versions. However, the mean total scores did not vary, which is an example of how similar means could mask other significant differences. Therefore, we advise against using mixed scales, and consider the use of positive or negative versions preferable.

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“…College students’ grit was assessed with new version of the grit scale-Oviedo Grit Scale developed by Postigo, 61 which was used to measure grit. The scale is one-dimensional, with 10 items (eg, “When I set myself an objective, I continue until I achieve it”).…”

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Stressful Life Events and Depression During the Recurrent Outbreak of COVID-19 in China: The Mediating Role of Grit and the Moderating Role of Gratitude

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2022

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Purpose COVID-19 has been exerting tremendous influence on an individual’s physical behavior and mental health. In China, prolonged isolation may lead to depression among college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19. We conducted this study to explore the relationship among stressful life events, grit, gratitude, and depression in college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19. Methods We investigated 953 college students from across China, with an average age of 20.38 ( SD =1.39) years. Participants completed four scales (Stressful Life Events Scale, Oviedo Grit Scale, Gratitude Questionnaire, and Patients’ Health Questionnaire Depression Scale-9 item). Results The present study found that (1) stressful life events were positively correlated with depression in college students; (2) grit mediated the positive relationship between stressful life events and depression; (3) gratitude moderated the relationship between grit and depression, and such that there was a stronger association between grit and depression for college students with high gratitude. Conclusion This study was of great significance for studying the relationship between stressful life events and depression in Chinese college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19. Results indicated that grit and gratitude of college students may be the main targets of depression prevention and intervention. The research conclusion has theoretical and reference value for solving and preventing depression in college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19.

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“…College students' grit was assessed with new version of the grit scale-Oviedo Grit Scale developed by Postigo et al ( 38 ), which was used to measure grit. This scale is one-dimensional, with 10 items (e.g.…”

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Grit and Life Satisfaction Among College Students During the Recurrent Outbreak of COVID-19 in China: The Mediating Role of Depression and the Moderating Role of Stressful Life Events

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The global recurrent outbreak of COVID-19 has brought immense psychological distress to those affected. We conducted this study to explore the relationship among grit, stressful life events, depression, and life satisfaction in college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19. According to the properties of the bias-corrected bootstrap method, we surveyed 888 college students, with an average age of 20.84 (SD = 1.57) years. Participants completed questionnaires regarding grit, depression, stressful life events, and life satisfaction. The results showed that 1) grit was correlated with life satisfaction (r = 0.426, p < 0.001); 2) depression mediated the relationship between grit and life satisfaction [indirect effect = 0.0292, SE = 0.009, 95% CIboot = (0.135, 0.500)]; 3) The relationship between grit and depression was moderated by stressful life events (β = 0.107, SE = 0.028, p < 0.001, 95% CI [0.053, 0.161]). The association between grit and depression became weaker for college students with high stressful life events. The results indicated that concerned about depression and stressful life events may be the main targets for improving life satisfaction among college students during the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19.

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Grit Assessment: Is One Dimension Enough?

Cited by 29 publications

References 66 publications

To be Direct or not: Reversing Likert Response Format Items

To be Direct or not: Reversing Likert Response Format Items

Stressful Life Events and Depression During the Recurrent Outbreak of COVID-19 in China: The Mediating Role of Grit and the Moderating Role of Gratitude

Grit and Life Satisfaction Among College Students During the Recurrent Outbreak of COVID-19 in China: The Mediating Role of Depression and the Moderating Role of Stressful Life Events

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