Reliability and structural validity of the Dutch version of Perceived Stigmatization Questionnaire in adults with burns

Objective: Burn scars can attract attention from others which can be perceived as stigmatizing behavior with negative psychological consequences. The Perceived Stigmatization Questionnaire (PSQ) is a validated instrument measuring the perception of stigmatization in burn survivors. The objective of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Dutch version of the PSQ, specifically its factor structure, reliability, and associations with other relevant constructs. Method: Patients (N = 220) completed the PSQ at 3 months after burn. The factor structure was examined with explorat... Mehr ...