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The Disruptive Behavior Rating Scale–Parent Version (DBRS-PV): Factor Analytic Structure and Validity Among Young Preschool Children

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	Abstract

Despite recognition that disruptive behavior disorders often begin early in development, existing assessment tools are largely based on research with school-aged children. Further empirical work is needed to evaluate the utility of these tools in younger children. The present study investigated the factor structure, internal consistency, and validity of the Disruptive Behavior Rating Scale–Parent Version (DBRS-PV) in a sample of preschoolers. Participants included mothers and fathers of 261 three- to four-year-old children with and without behavior problems. Findings provide support for the use of the DBRS-PV as a measure of disruptive behavior disorder symptoms in this age group, with strong internal consistency and evidence of convergent/divergent and discriminative validity. Results provide evidence in favor of a two-factor (a. inattention/hyperactivity–impulsivity and b. oppositional defiant behaviors) and moderate support for a three-factor (a. inattention, b. hyperactivity–impulsivity, and c. oppositional defiant behaviors) conceptualization of attention and disruptive behavior disorder symptoms among preschool children.

First published on August 27, 2008, doi:10.1177/1087054708322991

Journal of Attention Disorders 2009;13:42.

A more recent version of this article appeared on July 1, 2009


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