Psychometric properties and norm data of the Swedish version of the NEO-PI-R.

BACKGROUND

Internationally, the NEO Personality Inventory-Revised (NEO-PI-R) is a well established questionnaire for assessment of personality in accordance with the Five Factor Model. The instrument has been translated into many languages including Swedish.

AIM

The aim of this study was to make a psychometric evaluation of the Swedish version of NEO-PI-R based on a sample from the general population.

METHODS

Postal questionnaires were sent to a random sample of 1250 persons (n = 766 responders).

RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS

The test showed satisfactory internal consistency in the broad factors as well as the facets. A factor analysis indicated that the factors were similar but not identical to those obtained in American studies. In sum, The Swedish version of the NEO-PI-R shows satisfactory psychometric properties and the instrument will continue to be a valuable tool in psychological research and in clinical practice.