Adaptation of the Participation and Environment Measure reveals significant findings for children and youth with disabilities, indicating strong reliability and validity.
Key Points
The Spanish version of the PEM-CY shows strong internal consistency and test-retest reliability, ensuring effective use.
Significant differences were found in participation between children with disabilities and their peers, supporting its validity.
Discriminant validity was demonstrated, highlighting the tool's ability to distinguish between groups based on environmental supports.
Age-related differences in participation were noted, emphasizing the need for age-specific interventions.