Evaluation in Ayres Sensory Integration® (EASI) Tactile Perception Tests: Construct Validity and Internal Reliability.
Importance: Assessment of tactile perception is foundational for addressing aspects of occupational performance. Objective: To evaluate the construct validity and internal reliability of four new tactile perception tests. Design: Causal comparative groups design. Settings: Homes, schools, and therap...
| Publicado en: | American Journal of Occupational Therapy Vol. 77; no. 1; pp. 1 - 7 |
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American Occupational Therapy Association
Jan/Feb2023
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