Abstract
The purpose of this study was to use a body-mind-spirit model to measure wellness behaviors and characteristics and develop the Body-Mind-Spirit Wellness Behavior and Characteristic Inventory (BMS-WBCI) for college students. The first study of this two-part project included item generation and factor analysis using 1,000 college students with average loadings of .64, .51, and .58 for the Spirit, Mind, and Body factors, respectively. Using a minimum 4.0 Eigenvalue criterion, the factors accounted for 30% of item variance. The second study phase included validity testing using TestWell (college version), a meal screener, and construct physical activity question with 141 students. The BMS-WBCI dimensions had high, positive correlations with all appropriate TestWell subscales. The Body dimension significantly correlated with the By-Meal Screener and physical activity question. Factor split-half reliabilities ranged from .73 to .84 and alpha coefficients ranged from .75 to .92. Implications and utilization of the BMSWBCI for college students are discussed.
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