Translating, adapting and validating the touch experiences and attitudes questionnaire (TEAQ) for the Italian population

Key Points

• The validation of the touch experiences and attitudes questionnaire reveals significant cultural insights for assessing touch.
• Over 300 participants were involved in the psychometric evaluation of the questionnaire within the Italian context.
• This observational analysis employed structured interviews and statistical methods to ensure cultural relevance and accuracy.
• Findings support the need for culturally adapted tools to better assess sensory experiences in diverse populations.