Korean Validation of the Temperament Evaluation of Memphis, Pisa, Paris, and San Diego Autoquestionnaire
- Author:
Hyeona YU
1
;
Joohyun YOON
;
Chan Woo LEE
;
Ji Yoon PARK
;
Yoonjeong JANG
;
Yun Seong PARK
;
Hyun A RYOO
;
Nayoung CHO
;
Sunghee OH
;
Won KIM
;
Jong-Min WOO
;
Hyo Shin KANG
;
Tae Hyon HA
;
Woojae MYUNG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Psychiatry Investigation 2022;19(9):729-737
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objective:The Temperament Evaluation of Memphis, Pisa, Paris, and San Diego Autoquestionnaire (TEMPS-A) has been validated in more than 30 languages and is noted for its broad application in research and clinical settings. This study presents the first attempt to examine the reliability and validity of the TEMPS-A in Korea.
Methods:A total of 540 non-clinical participants completed the Korean TEMPS-A, which was adapted from the original English version via a comprehensive translation procedure. Reliability was assessed using Cronbach’s α, and associations between temperaments were examined using Spearman’s correlation coefficient. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was performed, and differences in TEMPS-A scores between the gender- and age-based groups were examined using Kruskal-Wallis analysis.
Results:The Korean TEMPS-A exhibited excellent internal consistency (0.70–0.91) and significant correlations between subscales. EFA resulted in a two-factor structure: Factor I (depressive, cyclothymic, irritable, and anxious) and Factor II (hyperthymic). Gender and age group differences were observed.
Conclusion:Overall, our results suggest that TEMPS-A is a reliable and valid measure of affective temperaments for the Korean population. This study opens new possibilities for further research on affective temperaments and their related traits.
