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Aware of the Future? Adaptation and Refinement of the Futures Consciousness Scale
List of Authors: Lalot Fanny, Ahvenharju Sanna, Minkkinen Matti
Publisher: Hogrefe
Publication year: 2021
Journal: Psychological Test Adaptation and Development
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1027/2698-1866/a000014
URL: https://econtent.hogrefe.com/doi/10.1027/2698-1866/a000014
Self-archived copy’s web address: https://research.utu.fi/converis/portal/detail/Publication/68826413
Abstract.Introduction: Futures consciousness (FC) refers to the capacity that a person has for understanding, anticipating, and preparing for the future. A psychometric instrument, the FC scale, was recently developed to measure FC as an interindividual difference. However, this initial scale suffered from some shortcomings due to a few underperforming items. Objectives: In this paper, we present and validate the revised FC scale, which aims to address these shortcomings. Methods and Results: Data from a representative sample of N = 1,684 British participants demonstrated good psychometric properties of the revised scale (and better than the original) as well as good predictive validity. Specifically, individuals' scores were positively related to self-reported future-oriented behavior, such as engagement in civic collective action and general engagement in politics. The five-dimensional structure of the scale was also replicated. Conclusion: The revised FC scale proves a reliable tool that can be used by both researchers and practitioners.
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