Semantic and cultural equivalence of the Intergenerational Exchanges Attitude Scale (IEAS)

Roberta Dos Santos Tarallo,Meire Cachioni,Anita Liberalesso Neri

doi:10.1590/1809-98232016019.150002

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Abstract Introduction: Understanding the multidimensionality of attitudes originating from exchanges between different generations is fundamental for the establishment of intergenerational cooperation and the reduction of stereotypes and prejudices. Objective: To obtain the semantic and cultural equivalence of the Intergenerational Exchanges Attitude Scale (IEAS). Method: Two translators translated the scale from English into Portuguese. A third translator synthesized these two translations. The synthesized version was back-translated into English. From the observations of the initial and back translations, a semantic version of the scale was consolidated, which was applied to 32 professionals who developed intergenerational activities (elderly/children) and activities directed at elderly persons only. Following application, a version of the scale that was culturally adapted for the Portuguese language was obtained. Results: The scale was alterered due to cultural refinement, with differences in the following items: 4) around and near; 6) overprotective and highly protective; 8) be around and to want to get close to; 11) earn and obtain; 13) have warm relationships and to relate affectionately; 17) affection and fondness; 18) form a good team and are good companions; 20) feel sick and get irritated. The responses used are evaluative statements of positive or negative attitudes about the exchanges that take place between children and the elderly, based on a Likert scale of just five points. Conclusion: The Intergenerational Exchanges Attitude Scale (IEAS) has been adapted and validated for the Brazilian population and is known as the "Escala de Atitudes em relação a Trocas Intergeracionais" (Scale of Attitudes in Relation to Intergenerational Exchanges) (EATI). It can be a useful tool for programs featuring activities involving children and the elderly, as well as for professionals working and developing strategies in this field.

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Understanding the multidimensionality of attitudes originating from exchanges between different generations is fundamental for the establishment of intergenerational cooperation and the reduction of stereotypes and prejudices
The data obtained is shown in table 1, which describes the steps involved in the semanticcultural adaptation of the Intergenerational Exchanges Attitude Scale (IEAS), aimed at obtaining an equivalent Brazilian version, the Escala de Atitudes em relação a Trocas Intergeracionais (Scale of Attitudes in Relation to Intergenerational Exchanges) or EATI
We show the original items of the IEAS; the synthesis of the translations that comprised the first version in Brazilian Portugueseç the two complete back-translations; the consolidation of the semantically acceptable version and the EATI, which represents the final version culturally adapted to Brazilian Portuguese

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Understanding the multidimensionality of attitudes originating from exchanges between different generations is fundamental for the establishment of intergenerational cooperation and the reduction of stereotypes and prejudices. Objective: To obtain the semantic and cultural equivalence of the Intergenerational Exchanges Attitude Scale (IEAS). A version of the scale that was culturally adapted for the Portuguese language was obtained. In the most commonly accepted view of human development, old age is the opposite of childhood The former is characterized as a phase of loss, weakness, distancing and disease, while the latter is a stage of growth and opportunities.[1] changes in the traditional paradigms and engagement of the elderly are evident in a number of situations, there is a strong association with dependency, isolation, lack of productivity, impairment, disability, decline and death.[2,3,4] This dichotomy regarding aging is mediated by individual and social attitudes and beliefs.[5,6]. Negative attitudes against people from other groups, caused by a lack of information and an absence of social contact, are important determinants.[2]

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