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Development, validity, and reliability of Neural Circuits Questionnaire (NCQ).

Authors :
Shamabadi, Reza
Rahimi, Mohammad Dawood
Khorshidearab, Zahra Sadat
Faramarzi moghadam, Mahdie
Raeeni, Sara
Kamrani, Ali
Source :
Applied Neuropsychology: Adult; Sep/Oct2024, Vol. 31 Issue 5, p917-922, 6p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

After a prolonged period of using the cortico-centric models of brain function, scientists developed a parallel perspective with an emphasis on all neural structures of the brain. Therefore, the present study aims to create a valid and reliable assessment based on the parallel perspective of brain function. First, a basic assessment was made. Then, a sample size of 183 participants was recruited from graduates and undergraduates at the Ferdowsi University of Mashhad over a 2-year period (2020 and 2021). The measures were the Neural Circuits Questionnaire (NCQ) and the Demographic Data Questionnaire. Data analyses were performed by using exploratory factor analysis. Using a receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, cutting points for the quality index of the questionnaire were calculated. The results showed that the questionnaire has a three-factor structure and a Cronbach's alpha of 0.617. Based on the ROC curve, the valid range for the quality index is 10.5–15.5. The cerebro-cerebellar index is higher for Ph.D. students than for students with lower degrees (F = 8.60, p = 0.001). In conclusion, it appears that the Neural Circuits Questionnaire is a valid and reliable questionnaire to assess cognitive function following the parallel perspective of brain function. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23279095
Volume :
31
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Applied Neuropsychology: Adult
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179296837
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/23279095.2022.2089040