Psychometric, factor-analytic, and network validation of the Persian Social Media Parenting Scale: A stable six-factor model

Key Points

• This research aims to validate the Persian Social Media Parenting Scale (SMPS) for effective digital parenting assessment.
• Conducted psychometric analysis of the Persian SMPS
• Performed factor analysis to identify underlying factors
• Used network validation to assess stability of the model
• Established a six-factor model that is reliable for parenting assessments
• Demonstrated the scale's applicability for digital parenting interventions in Iran