Validation of the Psychometric Properties of the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory in the University Population

This study aimed to validate the psychometric properties of the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) within the context of the university population in Ecuador. The CRSI measures how individuals manage interpersonal conflicts, a critical skill for university students. A sample of 746 universi...

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Main Authors: Andrés Ramírez, Venus Medina-Maldonado, Luis Burgos-Benavides, Alhena L. Alfaro-Urquiola, Hugo Sinchi, Javier Herrero Díez, Fco. Javier Rodríguez-Diaz
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author Andrés Ramírez
Venus Medina-Maldonado
Luis Burgos-Benavides
Alhena L. Alfaro-Urquiola
Hugo Sinchi
Javier Herrero Díez
Fco. Javier Rodríguez-Diaz
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description This study aimed to validate the psychometric properties of the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) within the context of the university population in Ecuador. The CRSI measures how individuals manage interpersonal conflicts, a critical skill for university students. A sample of 746 university students from various institutions across Ecuador participated in the study. The CRSI, which categorizes conflict resolution styles into five types (competing, avoiding, accommodating, collaborating, and compromising), was translated and culturally adapted for the Ecuadorian context. Psychometric analyses, including factor analysis and reliability testing, were conducted to assess the validity and reliability of the inventory. The factor analysis supported the five-factor structure of the CRSI, confirming that the inventory is suitable for measuring distinct conflict resolution styles in this population. The inventory showed good internal consistency, with Cronbach’s alpha values exceeding 0.70 for all subscales. Additionally, the test–retest reliability indicated stability over time. The validated CRSI provides a robust instrument for understanding and improving conflict resolution skills among university students in Ecuador, contributing to better interpersonal relationships and academic environments.
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spelling doaj-art-cbcd310c60bf4eb49f5c4c210119c5ab2025-08-20T02:27:39ZengMDPI AGSocial Sciences2076-07602024-11-01131161510.3390/socsci13110615Validation of the Psychometric Properties of the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory in the University PopulationAndrés Ramírez0Venus Medina-Maldonado1Luis Burgos-Benavides2Alhena L. Alfaro-Urquiola3Hugo Sinchi4Javier Herrero Díez5Fco. Javier Rodríguez-Diaz6Department of Clinical Psychology, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Cuenca 010107, EcuadorCentro de Investigación para la Salud de América Latina (CISeAL), Nursing Faculty, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador, Nayón 170530, EcuadorDepartment of Psychology, Universidad de Oviedo, 33003 Oviedo, SpainBehavioral Sciences Research Institute IICC, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”, La Paz 0201, BoliviaDepartment of Psychology, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador, Esmeraldas 080101, EcuadorDepartment of Psychology, Universidad de Oviedo, 33003 Oviedo, SpainDepartment of Psychology, Universidad de Oviedo, 33003 Oviedo, SpainThis study aimed to validate the psychometric properties of the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) within the context of the university population in Ecuador. The CRSI measures how individuals manage interpersonal conflicts, a critical skill for university students. A sample of 746 university students from various institutions across Ecuador participated in the study. The CRSI, which categorizes conflict resolution styles into five types (competing, avoiding, accommodating, collaborating, and compromising), was translated and culturally adapted for the Ecuadorian context. Psychometric analyses, including factor analysis and reliability testing, were conducted to assess the validity and reliability of the inventory. The factor analysis supported the five-factor structure of the CRSI, confirming that the inventory is suitable for measuring distinct conflict resolution styles in this population. The inventory showed good internal consistency, with Cronbach’s alpha values exceeding 0.70 for all subscales. Additionally, the test–retest reliability indicated stability over time. The validated CRSI provides a robust instrument for understanding and improving conflict resolution skills among university students in Ecuador, contributing to better interpersonal relationships and academic environments.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0760/13/11/615validationreliabilityConflict Resolution Styles Inventory
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