Program Outcomes for Parents & Families

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Spirituality

Measures

Name: Family Environment Scale (FES)
Reference: Moos, Rudolf H., & Moos, Bernice S. (1986) Family environment scale manual(Second Edition). Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.
Target Audience: Family members
Abstract: The FES is a well-constructed measure of family social structure that allows for multiple perspectives and for consideration of multiple aspects of the family system.
Psychometrics: The psychometric properties are sufficient to make this a valid instrument for group research. (Test 151 in Buros 12th Mental Measurement Yearbook.) Internal consistency reliability estimates for the Form R subscales range from .61 to .78. Intercorrelations among these 10 subscales range from -.53 to .45.
Administration: Individual or group
How results can be analyzed: The raw scores on the ten subscales are converted to standard scores through a conversion table for Form R subscales scores.
Date published: 1974-1986
Technical Considerations: These data suggest that the scales are measuring relatively distinct characteristics of family environment with reasonable consistency. The scale is reasonably stable across time. Evidence of validity is supported by comparative descriptions of family samples and by references to approximately 150 additional studies utilizing the instrument.
Subscales: There are ten subscales that make up three domains of family environment. The domains and subscales are:

1. Relationship: domain-cohesion, expressiveness, conflict
2. Personal Growth: domain-independence, achievement orientation, intellectual-cultural orientation, active-recreational orientation, moral-religious emphasis
3. System Maintenance: domain- organization, control
Cost: $15 per 25 Form R test booklets. $10 per 50 answer sheets $19 per specimen set.


Name: Family Strengths Inventory(FSI)
Reference: Stinnett, N. & DeFrain, J. (1985) Secrets of strong families. Boston: Little, Brown & Co.
Target Audience: Families
Abstract: The inventory asks participants to circle on a five-point scale the degree to which their family possesses certain qualities. Spiritual wellness is one of the aspects measured.
Psychometrics: Not available
Administration: Self administered
How results can be analyzed: Not Available
Date published: 1985
Technical Considerations: Not Available
Subscales: The subscales of the instrument are:

{short description of image} spending time together and doing things together
{short description of image} commitment to each other
{short description of image} good communication
{short description of image} dealing with crises in a positive manner
{short description of image} expressing appreciation to each other
{short description of image} spiritual wellness
{short description of image} closeness of relationship with children
{short description of image} happiness of personal relationship with spouse
{short description of image} happiness of personal relationship with children
{short description of image} how good does your spouse make you feel            about him/her self?
{short description of image} how good do you make your spouse feel about        him/her self?
{short description of image} how good do you make your children feel about        themselves?
Cost: Not available


Name: Enriching and Nurturing Relationship Issues, Communication and Happiness Scale (ENRICH)
Reference: Olson, D. H. et al.
Target Audience: adults, couples
Abstract: Intended for married couples who are interested in marriage enrichment or marriage counseling. Helps married couples focus on marital strengths and identify where work needs to be done. Counselors with a minimum of training can use this measure effectively. Religious orientation is one of 14 subscales.
Psychometrics: Available from ENRICH.
Administration: Usually used with one couple at a time. Can be used in a group.
How results can be analyzed: Appropriate use of the instrument include discussion of relationship strengths and problems areas that need work and possibly additional counseling.
Date published: 1985
Technical Considerations: Not Available
Subscales:
{short description of image}Idealistic Distortion
{short description of image} Family and Friends
{short description of image} Marital Satisfaction
{short description of image} Egalitarian Roles
{short description of image} Personality Issues
{short description of image} Religious Orientation
{short description of image} Communication
{short description of image} Marital Cohesion
{short description of image} Conflict Resolution
{short description of image} Marital Adaptability
{short description of image} Financial Management
{short description of image} Sexual Relationship
{short description of image} Children and Parenting
{short description of image} Leisure Activities
Contact: Prepare-ENRICH, Inc., PO Box 190, Minneapolis, MN 55458-0190


Name: Discovering Our Family Strengths (DOFS)
Reference: Dr. Stephen F. Duncan, Department of HHD, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717. Phone: (406) 994-6745. E-mail: undsd@montana.edu
Target Audience: Families
Abstract: DOFS measures family strengths in nine key areas: caring and appreciation; time together; encouragement; commitment, communication, adaptive ability; spirituality, community and family ties; and clear roles.
Psychometrics: Contact Dr. Duncan
Administration: Pencil and paper tests, self-administered
How results can be analyzed: Not available
Date published: Not available
Technical Considerations: Not available
Subscales: The spirituality subscale is measured by five statements:


{short description of image}We think the same things are important.
{short description of image} We have similar values and beliefs.
{short description of image} We agree about what is right and wrong.
{short description of image} We agree about what really matters in life.
{short description of image} It is important to do what is right in our family
Cost: Contact Dr. Duncan


Name: Family Profile Questionnaire (FPQ)
Reference: Lee, Thomas R., Burr, Wesley R., Beutler, Ivan F., Yorgason, Floyd, Harker. (1997). The Family Profile II: A Self-Scored, Brief Family Assessment Tool. Psychological Reports, 81, 467-477.
Target Audience: Family members
Abstract: The Family Profile measure originally measured seven constructs related to family strengths. It has recently been revised to include 12 subscales, one of which is sacred orientation. It is easily used by family members and empowers families to assess their own strengths and needs. Families can graph a profile of their family members' responses and see the areas of consensus and divergence.
Psychometrics: The construct validity of the Family Profile was established by comparing it to three established instruments: FACES II, The Family Assessment Device(FAD), and Self-Report Family Inventory (SFI). Factor analysis of all 12 subscales in the revised edition resulted in Cronbach's alphas at the .5 level or above. Regression analysis showed that these scales were significant in predicting positive and negative family outcomes.
Administration: Self administered, individuals and families
How results can be analyzed: Scores can be obtained for each subscore. Family members can score and plot their results to create a profile of their family's strengths.
Date published: Original version, 1989. Revised version (FPQ II) currently available.
Technical Considerations: Not Available
Subscales:

The revised FPQ measures 12 key areas(subscales) of family strengths. The "Sacred Orientation" subscale utilizes the following five statements:

{short description of image}Faith in religious things are important to our family.
{short description of image}We pay attention to the spiritual part of life.
{short description of image}Faith in God, or a higher power, is important to our        family.
{short description of image}We attend worship services.
{short description of image}We rely on a supreme being.

Cost: Not available


Name: Family Crisis Oriented Personal Evaluation Scales (F-COPES)
Author: Hamilton I. McCubbin, et al. (1981)
Purpose: To identify problem-solving and behavioral strategies utilized by families in difficult or problematic situations. Five factors measured: acquiring social support, reframing, seeking spiritual support, mobilizing to acquire and accept help, and passive appraisal.
Administration: Two-page self-report questionnaire with 30 Likert-scale items. Completed individually by adolescents and adults.
Technical Characteristics: Reliabilities range from .77 to .86.
Publisher: Family Stress, Coping and Health Project 608-262-5070
Cost: To use this instrument you must get written permission by paying a one time copyright fee of $5.00



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