University of Tromsø, Norway.
Compr Psychiatry. 2013 Oct;54(7):904-10. doi: 10.1016/j.comppsych.2013.03.020. Epub 2013 May 2.
The role of adolescent personality concerning mental health, well-being, self development, and academic performance is an interesting aspect that needs more attention. The use of the JTCI (Junior Temperament and Character Inventory) can contribute to more knowledge and a better understanding of a possible influence of personality in this context. The aim of this study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the JTCI among an adolescent sample in terms of factor analysis, reliability and validity. The sample included 2075 subjects in the age from 15-18years. We analyzed the factor structure, internal consistency, and validity of the measure. The Norwegian version of the JTCI was found to have good psychometric properties in terms of internal consistency, a reasonable factor structure and significant correlations with depression, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. However, further research on its differentiation of Harm Avoidance and Self-directedness is needed. The JTCI appears as a useful tool in addressing issues ranging from scholastic performance to developmental issues, mental health and well-being.
青少年的个性在心理健康、幸福感、自我发展和学业表现方面的作用是一个值得关注的有趣方面。使用青少年气质与性格问卷（JTCI）可以帮助我们更多地了解个性在这方面可能产生的影响。本研究旨在评估挪威版 JTCI 在青少年样本中的心理测量特性，包括因素分析、信度和效度。样本包括 2075 名年龄在 15-18 岁的青少年。我们分析了该测量的因子结构、内部一致性和有效性。挪威版 JTCI 在内部一致性、合理的因子结构以及与抑郁、自尊和自我效能感的显著相关性方面表现出良好的心理测量特性。然而，需要进一步研究其对回避和自我导向的区分。JTCI 似乎是一种有用的工具，可以解决从学业成绩到发展问题、心理健康和幸福感等各种问题。
