Abstract
The Contextual Sensation Seeking Questionnaire (CSSQ-S) was developed to measure patterns of sensation-seeking behaviours in skiing and snowboarding. We conducted three studies supporting several aspects of its validity. First, using a focus group (n = 4) we generated items representative of sensation seeking in skiing and explored the factor structure in a sample of skiers (n1 = 220). Second, we confirmed the factor structure using data from an independent cohort (n2 = 530). Finally, we provide evidence for criterion-relevance and applied utility of CSSQ-S scores by demonstrating positive relationships between scores and self-reported injury. CSSQ-S scores explained greater variance (n1 = 217, β = .358, p < .001) in injury prevalence than an established assessment tool (Zuckerman's Impulsive-Sensation Seeking scale). In summary, the CSSQ-S represents a psychometrically promising measure of contextual sensation seeking and may be used to explore factors associated with risk-taking in skiing and snowboarding.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 503-521 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | International Journal of Sport Psychology |
Volume | 43 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1 2012 |
Keywords
- Construct Validity
- ImpSS
- Risky behaviour
- Sport injury