Attitudes of Parents Toward Childhood Vaccinations Scale – Turkish version

Article Type and Source

This article discusses the adaptation of the Parent Attitudes toward Childhood Vaccines Scale (PACV) into Turkish. The study is published as a research article titled “Psychometric Properties of the Turkish Version of the Parent Attitudes toward Childhood Vaccines Scale (PACV)” in the journal Current Pediatry.

Scale Type and Characteristics

The scale discussed is an adaptation of an existing measurement tool aimed at evaluating parents’ attitudes towards childhood vaccinations. The study presents the psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the scale, ensuring its reliability and validity in measuring the targeted psychological constructs.

Authors and Year of Publication

The authors of the study are Celalettin Çevik, Erhan Eser, Soner Güneş, and Sultan Eser. This research was conducted in 2020, providing valuable insights into parental attitudes concerning childhood vaccination practices.

Journal and Publication Details

The article appeared in volume 18, issue 2, of the journal Current Pediatryspanning pages 153-167. It discusses the importance of understanding parental attitudes in public health strategies aimed at increasing vaccination rates among children.

Responsible Author and Contact Information

The responsible author for this research is Celalettin Çevik. He can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Source Reference

Çevik, C., Güneş, S., Eser, S., & Eser, E. (2020). Psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Parent Attitudes toward Childhood Vaccines Scale (PACV). Current Pediatry, 18(2), 153-167.