The Well-Being Questionnaire: Testing the structure in groups with rheumatoid arthritis

Author(s): Griffiths, J., Isenberg, D., Pearce, S.

Journal/Book: Br J Health Psychol. 1997; 2: St Andrews House, 48 Princess Rd East, Leicester, Leics, England LE1 7DR. British Psychological Soc. 167-174.

Abstract: Objectives. The Well-Being Questionnaire, originally developed in groups with diabetes, is recommended by the World Health Organization for widespread use. This study investigates the validity of the WBQ in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (Rr.) using structural equation modelling. Design. Two case-control studies, comprising postal questionnaires are described. Method. Questionnaires completed by RA patients (377) and matched controls (282) were analysed using structural equation modelling. Results. The findings suggest that the full version of the WBQ is nor. Suitable for use in RA populations. A shorter version, measuring positive and negative well-being fits the data better. Comparisons with matched controls and against the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale scores suggest that anxiety is measured well, but that the depression factor does not perform well. Positive well-being appears to be measured well. Conclusion. Further research is necessary before the WBQ can be utilized in groups with RA.

Note: Article Pincus T, Univ Coll London, Dept Psychiat & Behav Sci, Gower St, London WC1 6BT, ENGLAND

Keyword(s): DEPRESSION

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