A Validation of the Korean Version of Ultra-Short Suicidal Ideation Scale
10.4306/jknpa.2023.62.3.111
- Author:
Kyung Seu YOON
1
;
Eunkyung KIM
;
Yong Chon PARK
;
Daeho KIM
;
Joonho CHOI
;
Seon-Cheol PARK
;
Il Bin KIM
;
Yu Sang LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Psychiatry, Hanyang University Guri Hospital, Guri, Korea
- Publication Type:ORIGINAL ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Korean Neuropsychiatric Association
2023;62(3):111-117
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objectives:An accurate and easy-to-identify form is needed for the early evaluation of suicidal ideation in high-risk patients. Therefore, this study examined the validity and reliability of a Korean version of the Ultra-Short Suicidal Ideation Scale (K-USSIS).
Methods:A total of 161 psychiatric university-affiliated general hospital patients completed the K-USSIS. The data were analyzed using correlation, internal consistency, and confirmatory factor analyses.
Results:First, the scale had good internal consistency with a Cronbach’s α of 0.94. Second, the confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated that the single-factor model had a reasonable fit (comparative fit index=0.99, Tucker–Lewis index=0.98, standardized root mean squared residual=0.01, and root mean square error of approximation=0.10). Finally, the convergent validity analysis revealed a significant positive correlation with depression, anxiety, and hopelessness.
Conclusion:The findings suggest that the K-USSIS has good psychometric properties and can serve as a valuable tool for screening for suicidal ideation to ensure early intervention in Korean psychiatric patients.
