Abstract
The generalizability and validity of idiographic anger ratings were investigated among female dementia family caregivers (N = 65). The longitudinal (2 weeks) and multi-method measurement approach included standardized measures of anger/hostility, affect ratings elicited by caregiving events, and criticism in audiotaped speech samples. In an application of generalizability theory, variance components of idiographic anger ratings were examined. Ratings of anger elicited by specific caregiving events showed generalizability across time, event, and mood adjectives and were related to verbal criticisms displayed towards the patient and use of psychoactive medications. Intercorrelations among standardized anger measures were quite low. Results from this study indicate a strong need for further measurement development related to the experiences and expressions of anger in family caregivers, and caution by clinicians in selecting tools for practice settings.
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