The study aimed to assess the psychometric properties of the Quality of Life for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (QOLASD-C) scale, focusing on its factor structure and internal consistency.
The bifactor model demonstrated good fit and reliability, while demographic factors like age, race/ethnicity, and autism severity influenced overall quality of life scores, but gender showed no impact.
An optimal cut-off score of 37 for the QOLASD-C was identified, with implications for both research and practical applications in understanding children's quality of life.