Abstract
Few validated tools assess social participation of adults with mental health disorders. This study aimed to: (1) examine the convergent validity of the Assessment of Life Habits (LIFE-H), which evaluates perceived accomplishment and satisfaction with social participation in twelve life domains, with the Independent Living Skills Survey (ILSS); (2) compare quantitatively and qualitatively self-administered and interview modes of administration of the LIFE-H. Mental health service users (n = 24) were met twice to complete the LIFE-H (two modes) and the ILSS. The “Accomplishment” dimension of LIFE-H was significantly and moderately correlated with the ILSS. The two modes of the LIFE-H were significantly and moderately correlated. The interview format of the LIFE-H was preferred. Findings from this first validation study indicate that the interview format of the LIFE-H is useful to examine in depth accomplishment, types of assistance used and satisfaction with various domains of life with adults with mental health disorders.
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