Preliminary validation shows strong psychometric properties in Arabic-speaking preschoolers with ASD, suggesting cultural alignment and practical application.
Key Points
The AVBAT ASD showed high internal consistency with a Cronbach’s α of .976, demonstrating reliable measurement.
Exploratory factor analysis indicated a two-factor structure, accounting for 84.68% of total variance, reflecting the tool’s validity.
Strong test-retest reliability was observed with a coefficient of ρ = .981, confirming the stability of the assessment tool.
The culturally adapted tool's simplicity and relevance highlight its potential for early intervention in Arabic-speaking contexts.