• 한국노년학
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• v.29 no.2
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• pp.407-424
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• 2009

This study aims to evaluate psychometric properties of the korean version of the caregiver reaction assessment. A total of 253 family caregivers for older adults with physical or mental impairments are recruited using the purposive sampling method. The psychometric properties of the instrument are tested by item-analysis, exploratory factor analysis(EFA), and convergent and criterion-related validity. The results show that the internal consistency values for the five dimensions of the K-CRA are good. The convergent and criterion-related validity is empirically confirmed. The EFA with the principal component method reveals the factor structure in the observed variables. The findings of the study confirmed that the K-CRA was both reliable and valid. In conclusion, the K-CRA would be useful in clinical and research settings in South Korea.