Psychometric Evaluation of the Altered States of Consciousness Rating Scale (OAV)
Erich Studerus, Alex Gamma, Franz X. Vollenweider
PLoS ONE August 31, 2010 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0012412 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe original OAV scales measured multidimensional constructs. Eleven new lower-order scales were developed and showed good psychometric properties. These new scales are probably better for assessing altered states of consciousness caused by drugs.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Psychometric study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Rating scale Scale ratio Psychometrics Medicine Clinical psychology |
| Citations | 693 |
| Key finding | Eleven new lower-order scales for the OAV have desirable psychometric properties and are likely better suited for assessing drug-induced altered states of consciousness. |
Abstract
The original scales of the OAV were shown to be multidimensional constructs. Eleven new lower order scales were constructed and demonstrated to have desirable psychometric properties. The new lower order scales are most likely better suited to assess drug induced ASC.