title: Psychometric analysis of behavior pattern A in the Spanish population and its relationship with personality variables.
abstract: As a first step in the epidemiological study for CHD prevention among the Spanish population, the authors have analyzed two of the instruments for the assessment of the behavior pattern A (JAS and Bortner questionnaires). From a student sample (n = 302), a factor analysis of items and scales was made, relating pattern A scores to Eysenck's personality variables (EPQ). The importance of an accurate psychometric study of pattern A was emphasized, in order to select A subjects as specifically as possible.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001519:Behavior; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010551:Personality; D010552:Personality Assessment; D011594:Psychometrics; D013030:Spain; D014434:Type A Personality