Development of the beliefs about yoga scale.

摘要: Beliefs about yoga may influence participation in and outcomes of interventions. There is currently no scale appropriate for assessing these beliefs the general U.S. population. This study took first steps developing validating a About Yoga Scale (BAYS) to assess that people’s engagement Items were generated based on previously published research perceptions reviewed by experts within psychology communities. 426 adult participants recruited from an urban medical center respond items. The mean age was 40.7 (SD = 13.5) years. Participants completed BAYS seven additional indicators criterion-related validity. demonstrated internal consistency (11 items; α 0.76) three factors emerged: expected health benefits, discomfort, social norms. factor structure confirmed: χ2 (41, n 213) 72.06, p < .001; RMSEA =.06, .23. Criterion-related validity supported positive associations with past experiences future intentions related yoga. initial analysis it adequately reliable valid measure three-factor structure. However, need be modified population which applied.