RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06591676

Translation and Cultural Adaptation of the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) Into Urdu


Sponsor

Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists

Enrollment

620 participants

Start Date

Sep 8, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Translate and adapt the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) into Urdu language and establishing the psychometric properties (reliability, validity, and norms) of the translated scale


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is translating and adapting a psychological questionnaire called the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) into Urdu, to make it usable for Urdu-speaking populations experiencing depression and anxiety. This is a validation study — no treatment is being tested. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 18 and 65 years old - You have at least 5 years of education - You have symptoms of depression or anxiety **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a substance use disorder (by DSM-5 criteria) - You have significant cognitive impairment such as severe learning disability or dementia - You are currently experiencing active psychosis, as determined by a clinician Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALDysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS)

Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) is a self-report scale designed to measure the presence and intensity of dysfunctional attitudes. It is widely used to assess impaired cognitive patterns associated with depression and other mental health conditions. Initially developed in English, its usefulness can be extended by translating and culturally adapting it into Urdu language.


Locations(1)

Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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