PSYCHOMETRIC PROPERTIES OF URDU VERSION OF REMARRIAGE BELIEF INVENTORY FOR DIVORCED INDIVIDUAL

Abstract

Background: Dysfunctional beliefs stemming from past experiences and unrealistic expectations can detrimentally impact remarital quality among divorced individuals.

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the factor structure of the Urdu version of the Remarriage Belief Inventory (RMBI) and its psychometric properties.

Method: Data from 160 divorced individuals were analyzed. Participants were recruited online between September 2023 and January 2024. The RMBI was translated by two independent researchers, followed by retroversion by a bilingual researcher.

Results: Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) identified seven dimensions (Adjustment, Finances, Priority, Partner, Success, Stepfamily, and Past), consistent with the original seven-factor structure. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) confirmed the model's good fit (χ2 (130) = 363.588, χ2/df = 2.79, p = .000; CFI = .93; GFI = .95; RMSEA = .05). The RMBI demonstrated good internal consistency (α = 0.72).

Conclusion: The Urdu version of the RMBI exhibited sound psychometric properties, indicating its validity and reliability for assessing remarriage beliefs among divorced individuals. The findings have implications for understanding and addressing dysfunctional beliefs in remarital relationships. Further research avenues were suggested.