Validity and Reliability of the Persian Version of the Self-Report Form of Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function-Adult version (BRIEF-A)

Abstract

Background: Evaluation of brain function is achieved through patients' behavior. One of the self-regulatory behaviors, impaired in various psychiatric and neurological disorders, is executive function. Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function-Adult version (BRIEF-A) is a standard tool for the assessment of executive function. Objectives: Thus, the present study aimed at validating the Persian version of BRIEF-A. Materials and Methods:The study population consisted of 318 employees/students of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and teachers/staff of the Education Department of Juyom, Larestan, Fars province, aged between 18 and 65 years, who obtained a General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) score of < 6. The BRIEF-A questionnaire was translated, revised, and rechecked in expert meetings and the final version was given to participants under observation of a research-team member. Test-retest reliability was determined for a random sample of 60 participants during one month. Cronbach's alpha was used to estimate the scale internal consistency and validity was evaluated via content validity and factor analysis. The SPSS and LISREL software was used, with P value of less than 0.05 determining the level of significance. Results: Cronbach's alpha for BRIEF-A subscales was as follows: inhibit 0.693, shift 0.774, emotional control 0.838, self-monitor 0.704, and initiate 0.717, working memory 0.775, plan/organize 0.795, task monitor 0.650, and organization of material 0.781. Fitness evaluation of the BRIEF-A model factors showed comparative and non-normed fit index of 0.095, standardized root mean of 0.064, and root mean square error of approximation square residual of 0.051 for 9 areas (75 questions) (P = 0.001), which was also calculated separately for BRI/MI, measuring 0.98, 0.034, and 0.088, respectively (P = 0.001). Test-retest reliability showed a significant correlation between the first and second evaluation (P < 0.001). Conclusion:The present study could successfully validate the Persian version of BRIEF-A with a high validity and reliability.

The Role of Neuropsychological Function Tests in Predicting Amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly

“…The internal consistency coefficients for inhibition (0.86), shift (0.99), emotional control (98.9), self-monitoring (0.35), initiation (0.81), working memory (79.9), planning/organization (0.77), task monitoring (0.88), and organization of materials (0.85) were calculated, too [41]. In the context of Iran, Mani et al translated BRIEF-A and examined its psychometric properties [42]. Accordingly, they reported that Cronbach alpha of BRIEF-A subscales ranges between 0.65 and 0.83, and the correlation between subscales was in the range of 0.53 to 0.75 [42].…”

“…In the context of Iran, Mani et al translated BRIEF-A and examined its psychometric properties [42]. Accordingly, they reported that Cronbach alpha of BRIEF-A subscales ranges between 0.65 and 0.83, and the correlation between subscales was in the range of 0.53 to 0.75 [42].…”

Measurement of parental executive function in early childhood settings: Instrument reliability and validity in community‐led research projects

“…Ciszewski et al (2014) and Rouel et al (2016) demonstrated that a two‐factor solution, which distinguishes emotional and behavioral regulation from goal‐oriented and problem‐solving skills, provides an appropriate model fit for clinical populations with disordered eating habits. On the other hand, evidence suggests that a three factor model, which conceptually distinguishes “hot” EF (emotional and motivational processes) from “cool” EF (logical and goal‐oriented processes), demonstrates a good fit in predominately Caucasian, middle‐class adults (e.g., Donders & Strong, 2016; Roth et al, 2013) and university‐affiliated Persian adults (Mani et al, 2018). Together, findings bring into question whether the BRIEF‐A is measuring the same underlying construct of EF across diverse samples and settings, especially for adults experiencing significant socioeconomic hardships.…”

“…Evidence suggests that the BRIEF‐A is a reliable and valid measure of adult EF in clinical (e.g., Ciszewski, Francis, Mendella, Bissada, & Tasca, 2014; Rabin et al, 2006; Rouel, Raman, Hay, & Smith, 2016; Waid‐Ebbs, Wen, Heaton, Donovan, & Velozo, 2012) and nonclinical populations (e.g., Mani et al, 2018; Rabin, Fogel, & Nutter‐Upham, 2011; Roth, Lance, Isquith, Fischer, & Giancola, 2013). However, research has yet to establish reliability and validity of the BRIEF‐A in a community sample of parents experiencing adversity.…”

“…Roth et al, 2013) and university-affiliated Persian adults (Mani et al, 2018). Together, findings bring into question whether the BRIEF-A is measuring the same underlying construct of EF across diverse samples and settings, especially for adults experiencing significant socioeconomic hardships.…”