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Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis

Cilt: 19 Sayı: 1 29 Haziran 2026
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Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis

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This study includes validity and reliability analyses for the Turkish adaptation of a scale developed to measure the concept of gerotranscendence in older adults. The scale was administered to older adults aged 60 and over who were free of mental and physical disabilities, literate, and leading active lives. The participants were selected through random sampling from older adults living in the Bakırköy and Esenyurt districts of Istanbul. In addition to a sociodemographic information form, the study used the "Heartland Forgiveness Scale," "Spiritual Transcendence Scale," "Successful Aging Scale," "Life Satisfaction Scale," "Psychological Well-Being Scale," and "San Diego Wisdom Scale." Data were analyzed using "SPSS 25" and "AMOS 21" software programs. Exploratory factor analysis was conducted with 130 participants, item and reliability analyses, along with confirmatory factor analysis, were performed with 210 participants, and test-retest reliability was examined with 20 participants. The participants’ ages ranged from 60 to 90. The findings indicate that the Gerotranscendence Scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool in Turkish culture. This scale will contribute to a deeper understanding of the emotional, spiritual, and psychological experiences of older adults during the aging process and will facilitate the evaluation of old age as a period of positive development. Moreover, it will promote social awareness, support the development of healthier social policies and services for aging, and contribute to the creation of strategies aimed at improving the quality of life for older adults.

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Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Yaşlanma Psikolojisi

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

29 Haziran 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

25 Mart 2026

Kabul Tarihi

24 Haziran 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 19 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Kalem, N. Y., & Ermiş, E. N. (2026). Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis. Yaşlı Sorunları Araştırma Dergisi, 19(1), 40-55. https://doi.org/10.46414/yasad.1916183
AMA
1.Kalem NY, Ermiş EN. Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis. YSAD-EIRJ. 2026;19(1):40-55. doi:10.46414/yasad.1916183
Chicago
Kalem, Nursun Yaren, ve Ece Naz Ermiş. 2026. “Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis”. Yaşlı Sorunları Araştırma Dergisi 19 (1): 40-55. https://doi.org/10.46414/yasad.1916183.
EndNote
Kalem NY, Ermiş EN (01 Haziran 2026) Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis. Yaşlı Sorunları Araştırma Dergisi 19 1 40–55.
IEEE
[1]N. Y. Kalem ve E. N. Ermiş, “Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis”, YSAD-EIRJ, c. 19, sy 1, ss. 40–55, Haz. 2026, doi: 10.46414/yasad.1916183.
ISNAD
Kalem, Nursun Yaren - Ermiş, Ece Naz. “Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis”. Yaşlı Sorunları Araştırma Dergisi 19/1 (01 Haziran 2026): 40-55. https://doi.org/10.46414/yasad.1916183.
JAMA
1.Kalem NY, Ermiş EN. Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis. YSAD-EIRJ. 2026;19:40–55.
MLA
Kalem, Nursun Yaren, ve Ece Naz Ermiş. “Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis”. Yaşlı Sorunları Araştırma Dergisi, c. 19, sy 1, Haziran 2026, ss. 40-55, doi:10.46414/yasad.1916183.
Vancouver
1.Nursun Yaren Kalem, Ece Naz Ermiş. Adaptation of the Gerotranscendence Scale Into Turkish: Validity and Reliability Analysis. YSAD-EIRJ. 01 Haziran 2026;19(1):40-55. doi:10.46414/yasad.1916183