Validation of the Korean version of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory using the Rasch model.

Kyeong Won Lee

doi:10.1037/tra0002148

March 23, 2026Psychological Trauma Theory Research Practice and Policy

Validation of the Korean version of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory using the Rasch model.

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This research aims to validate the Korean version of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (K-PTGI) and improve its accuracy.
Conducted validation of K-PTGI using the Rasch model.
Analyzed the validity of the instrument in measuring posttraumatic growth.
Identified areas for improvement, particularly in spiritual items and item difficulty.
K-PTGI shows strong validity overall.
Recommendations for future revisions include adjusting spiritually themed items.
Need for easier items to better reflect early posttraumatic growth.

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Validation study assesses posttraumatic growth measurement in Korean context, suggesting future item revisions.

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Overall, the K-PTGI demonstrates strong validity, but future revisions should prioritize revising spiritually themed items and developing lower difficulty items to better capture early-stage posttraumatic growth. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).

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