Validation of Turkish Versions Child- and Parent-Rated Scales of Food Allergy Anxiety

Assessment of the Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Adaptation of the Child- and Parent-Rated Scales of Food Allergy Anxiety (SOFAA)

This study aims to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Turkish adaptation of the Scale of Food Allergy Anxiety (SOFAA), including both the child-report and parent-report versions. The SOFAA is a validated tool originally developed to assess the specific anxiety related to food allergies. The Turkish versions of the scales will undergo a comprehensive validation process, including assessments of internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and construct validity.

Participants will include children diagnosed with IgE-mediated food allergies and their primary caregivers. The study will investigate whether the translated scales maintain the original structure and effectively measure food allergy-related anxiety in the Turkish pediatric population. The findings are expected to contribute to clinical assessment practices and research on food allergy-related psychosocial impacts in Turkeyy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed with IgE-mediated food allergy
• At least one parent/caregiver willing to participate
• Fluent in Turkish

Exclusion Criteria:

• Major neurodevelopmental or psychiatric disorders that impair ability to complete scales