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Investigating The Construct Validity Of Sluggish Cognitive Tempo In Children, Kristin L. Roberts Apr 2019

Investigating The Construct Validity Of Sluggish Cognitive Tempo In Children, Kristin L. Roberts

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The term Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) refers to attention difficulties that are characterized by a constellation of symptoms ranging from excessive daydreaming to drowsiness, sluggishness, and lethargy. Although several SCT scales have been developed in recent years, researchers have yet to agree upon an ideal set of symptoms. In addition, it remains unclear whether SCT consists of a single dimension or if it is a multidimensional construct. The first aim of this study was to extend research related to SCT symptomatology and measurement by conducting a comprehensive investigation of SCT symptoms. A 25-item scale was developed to include each of …