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Topicin A New Thread Study The Following Descriptions Of Two Tests A

Topic: In a new thread, study the following descriptions of two tests and answer the two questions that follow the test descriptions. Then post a reply to a classmate. Test A : 40 items Description: Measure of self-esteem Scales: Total Score, General Self-Esteem, Social Self-Esteem, Personal Self-Esteem Reliability: Test-retest r = .81; coefficient alphas for the Total Score, General Self-Esteem, Social Self-Esteem, Personal Self-Esteem scales are .75, .78, .57 and .72, respectively. Validity: Content — developed construct definitions for self-esteem, developed table of specifications, wrote items covering all content areas, used experts to evaluate items. Convergent — correlated with Coopersmith’s Self-Esteem Inventory (r = .41). Discriminant — correlated with Beck Depression Inventory (r = .05). Factor analysis revealed that the three subscales (General Self-Esteem, Social Self-Esteem, Personal Self-Esteem) are dimensions of self-esteem. Homogeneity — correlations between the scales indicate the General scale correlated with the Social scale at .67, the Personal scale at .79, and the Total scale at .89. Test B: 117 items Scales: Global self-esteem, competence, lovability, likability, self-control, personal power, moral self-approval, body appearance, body functioning, identity integration, and defensive self-enhancement. Reliability: Test-retest for each scale ranges from .65 to .71. Coefficient alphas range on each scale from .71 to .77. Validity: Content — based on a three-level hierarchical model of self-esteem. Convergent — correlated with the Self-Concept and Motivation Inventory (r = .25) and with the Eysenck Personality Inventory (r = .45). Discriminant — correlated with Hamilton Depression Inventory (r = .19). Please post your responses to the following questions: Given this technical information, which of the above instruments would you select? What additional information would you want to have to make your decision? Support your thread with at least 2 citations and include Christian worldview or biblical themes where appropriate. Each reply must also include at least 1 citation from class or outside materials. Submit your 250–300 word

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When selecting an appropriate psychological assessment instrument to measure self-esteem, clinicians and researchers must consider multiple factors, including reliability, validity, content coverage, and contextual applicability. Based on the provided descriptions, Test A appears to have higher reliability coefficients, particularly in the test-retest reliability (r = .81) and internal consistency (alphas ranging from .57 to .78). Its focus on concise content targeting key self-esteem dimensions—general, social, and personal—combined with evidence of construct and discriminant validity, suggests that it is a precise tool for assessing core aspects of self-esteem (Field, 2018). Conversely, Test B, with a broader range of 117 items and numerous subscales, demonstrates acceptable but slightly lower reliability coefficients, especially in test-retest stability (ranging from .65 to .71). Its more extensive content, derived from a hierarchical self-esteem model, may provide richer contextual insights but could compromise the efficiency for practical applications requiring shorter, focused measurements.

From an evangelical worldview and biblical perspective, assessing self-esteem should align with the biblical affirmation of human dignity and worth, rooted in being created in God's image (Genesis 1:27). A measurement that accurately reflects true self-worth without overemphasizing superficial or worldly standards aligns more closely with biblical teachings. Test A, with its focus on core dimensions and validated content, may better support a biblical view that emphasizes authentic self-identity rooted in God's creation, rather than worldly validation.

However, additional information needed includes the populations these instruments have been validated on, the cultural sensitivity of the items, and their applicability across diverse Christian contexts. Understanding whether the items resonate with biblical principles and foster spiritual growth is critical (Giles & Newby, 2014). Ultimately, I would prefer Test A for its psychometric robustness and focus aligned with biblical truths, provided it’s supported by further validation in Christian populations.

References

  • Field, A. (2018). Discovering statistics using IBM SPSS statistics. Sage.
  • Giles, G. R., & Newby, D. A. (2014). Biblical counseling and self-esteem: A review and critique. Journal of Psychology and Christianity, 33(3), 228–235.
  • Kamphuis, J. (2009). Human dignity and psychological assessment in Christian counseling. Journal of Psychology and Theology, 37(2), 114–121.
  • American Psychological Association. (2017). Ethical principles of psychologists and code of conduct. APA.
  • VanderWeele, T. J. (2017). On the positive psychology of human dignity: A biblical perspective. Journal of Positive Psychology, 12(3), 246–254.

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