Development of the Scale for Determining the Level of Autonomic Personality in Athletes

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Development of the Scale for Determining the Level of Autonomic Personality in Athletes

Development of the Scale for Determining the Level of Autonomic Personality in Athletes

Authors : Yunus Emre Büyükbasmacı

Pages : 137-154

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Publication Date : 2025-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Purpose: This study aims to develop a valid and reliable scale for assessing the level of autonomic personality in athletes. Autonomic personality refers to an individual’s independence, self-control, and ability to protect personal rights. Despite its relevance to athletic performance, no specific measurement tool currently exists for athletes. Method: This validity and reliability study employed a quantitative survey design. A 17-item question pool was created based on a literature review and evaluated by three experts for content and face validity. Following a pilot test, the main survey was administered to 164 amateur athletes from sports clubs in the Beylikdüzü district of Istanbul, selected through purposive and theoretical sampling. Data were analyzed using SPSS and AMOS. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were conducted to determine the factor structure and construct validity, while Cronbach’s alpha was used to assess internal reliability. Results: EFA revealed a four-factor structure explaining 80.70% of the total variance. CFA confirmed this structure with acceptable fit indices (χ²/df = 2.33, RMSEA = .090, CFI = .951, GFI = .927, NFI = .919). The final scale included 10 items across four dimensions: independence, leadership, social belonging, and self-control. Cronbach’s alpha coefficients were .865, .858, .630, and .871 for the subdimensions, and .720 overall, indicating acceptable reliability. Conclusion: The developed scale is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing autonomic personality in athletes. It provides a foundation for future research examining the relationships between autonomy, psychological factors, and athletic performance.
Keywords : sporcular, otonomik kişilik, özerklik, başarı, ölçek geliştirme

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