Exploring the Psychometric Properties of the Physical Activity Self-Advocacy Inventory for Use Among Youth With Visual Impairments

Self-advocacy research often focuses on enhancing educational outcomes for students with disabilities. However, there is a pressing need for these studies to be backed by rigorously vetted psychometric measures and surveys. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Physical Activity Self-Advocacy Inventory (PASAI) survey tool for youth with visual impairments. Participants ( N = 66; boys = 42, girls = 24; M age = 15.00, SD = 2.71 years) were enrolled in a 1-week physical activity program for children with visual impairments. Results included reliability (internal consistency and test–retest) and validity (construct validity, including confirmatory factor analysis). This study is significant because reducing measurement error via psychometric vetting is critical to improve self-advocacy programs. The strong psychometric properties of the PASAI make it a valuable tool to support the journey of youth with visual impairments to a high health-related quality of life.