Research Article

ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY

Volume: 19 Number: 4 December 8, 2025
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ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY

Abstract

Aim: This study aims to adapt the Monkeypox Fear Scale into Turkish and to examine its validity and reliability. Methods: The scale was adapted into Turkish through a forward–backward translation method, expert opinions were obtained, and a pilot application was conducted. Data were collected online from 277 university students using a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Monkeypox Fear Scale, and the Fear of COVID-19 Scale. Analyses were performed using SPSS 25.0 and LISREL 8.80. For validity, language validity, construct validity, and convergent validity were assessed; for reliability, test–retest and internal consistency analyses were conducted. Results: The internal consistency of the scale was found to be high (Cronbach's α=.910 for Factor 1; Cronbach's α=.897 for Factor 2 and Cronbach's α=.919 for the total scale). The test–retest correlation was .827 (p<.001), indicating temporal stability. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed a strong model–data fit (CFI=.99, RMSEA = .054). Additionally, a significant positive correlation was found between fear of monkeypox virus and fear of COVID-19 (r= .656, p=.001), supporting convergent validity. Conclusion: The findings indicate that the Turkish version of the Monkeypox Fear Scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool. It is recommended that the scale be used in public health practices such as psychosocial intervention planning and mental health screenings related to monkeypox virus transmission.

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Ethical Statement

This study complied with the Declaration of Helsinki. Prior to data collection, written permission to adapt the MFS into Turkish was obtained from Caycho-Rodríguez et al., after the study's purpose was explained. Ethical approval was granted by the OOO University Social and Human Sciences and Arts Ethics Committee. Informed consent was obtained from all participants before completing the questionnaire.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Social Determinants of Health, Public Health (Other), Family Medicine

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

December 2, 2025

Publication Date

December 8, 2025

Submission Date

June 20, 2025

Acceptance Date

September 11, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 19 Number: 4

APA
Karahan Çoban, G., Pak Güre, M. D., Kılıç, C., Karataş, M., Pişkin, M., & Duyan, V. (2025). ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY. Turkish Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 19(4), 369-377. https://doi.org/10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872
AMA
1.Karahan Çoban G, Pak Güre MD, Kılıç C, Karataş M, Pişkin M, Duyan V. ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY. TJFMPC. 2025;19(4):369-377. doi:10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872
Chicago
Karahan Çoban, Gül, Merve Deniz Pak Güre, Cengiz Kılıç, Mustafa Karataş, Metin Pişkin, and Veli Duyan. 2025. “ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY”. Turkish Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 19 (4): 369-77. https://doi.org/10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872.
EndNote
Karahan Çoban G, Pak Güre MD, Kılıç C, Karataş M, Pişkin M, Duyan V (December 1, 2025) ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY. Turkish Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 19 4 369–377.
IEEE
[1]G. Karahan Çoban, M. D. Pak Güre, C. Kılıç, M. Karataş, M. Pişkin, and V. Duyan, “ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY”, TJFMPC, vol. 19, no. 4, pp. 369–377, Dec. 2025, doi: 10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872.
ISNAD
Karahan Çoban, Gül - Pak Güre, Merve Deniz - Kılıç, Cengiz - Karataş, Mustafa - Pişkin, Metin - Duyan, Veli. “ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY”. Turkish Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 19/4 (December 1, 2025): 369-377. https://doi.org/10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872.
JAMA
1.Karahan Çoban G, Pak Güre MD, Kılıç C, Karataş M, Pişkin M, Duyan V. ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY. TJFMPC. 2025;19:369–377.
MLA
Karahan Çoban, Gül, et al. “ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY”. Turkish Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, vol. 19, no. 4, Dec. 2025, pp. 369-77, doi:10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872.
Vancouver
1.Gül Karahan Çoban, Merve Deniz Pak Güre, Cengiz Kılıç, Mustafa Karataş, Metin Pişkin, Veli Duyan. ADAPTATION OF THE MONKEYPOX FEAR SCALE INTO TURKISH: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY. TJFMPC. 2025 Dec. 1;19(4):369-77. doi:10.21763/tjfmpc.1723872

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