Impact of Children's Feeding/Swallowing Difficulties on Parents: Estimation of the Psychometric Properties of the Greek Version of the Feeding/Swallowing Impact Survey

Feeding and swallowing disorders (FSDs) are common in both typically developing children and those with complex medical or developmental needs, leading to health issues and significant strain on parents/caregivers. This study aimed to translate and adapt the Feeding and Swallowing Impact Survey into Greek, providing a validated tool to assess the impact of these disorders on caregivers’ quality of life. The study group included 92 parents and caregivers of children with FSDs, whereas the control group consisted of 90 parents/caregivers of typically developing children. Participants completed the Greek‐translated survey twice over a 10‐day period, with clinical data collected from medical records. The Greek version of the survey demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.939) and strong test–retest reliability (Spearman correlation coefficient = 0.924–0.986). Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the instrument's validity, with comparative fit index = 0.837, Tucker–Lewis's index = 0.811 and root mean square error of approximation = 0.146. The Greek version successfully distinguished between the study and control groups, as well as different types of FSDs. These findings confirm that the Greek‐translated and adapted survey is a reliable and valid tool for assessing the impact of FSDs on caregivers’ quality of life.