Validation of the Korean Version of Benevolent Childhood Experiences Scale(K-BCEs) (한국판 아동기 긍정적 경험 척도 (Korean-Benevolent Childhood Experiences Scale; K-BCEs)의 타당화 연구)

Sujin Yang (양수진); Choi Hyosun (최효선); Kim Jungeun (김정은)

doi:10.35574/KJDP.2025.9.38.3.1

Validation of the Korean Version of Benevolent Childhood Experiences Scale(K-BCEs)

THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
2025, 38(3), pp.1~18
DOI : 10.35574/KJDP.2025.9.38.3.1
Publisher : The Korean Society For Developmental Psychology
Research Area : Social Science > Psychological Science
Received : April 15, 2025
Accepted : August 27, 2025
Published : September 15, 2025

Sujin Yang ¹, Choi Hyosun ¹, Kim Jungeun ¹

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ABSTRACT

This study aimed to translate and validate the Korean version of the Benevolent Childhood Experiences Scale (K-BCEs). Using translation and back-translation procedures, data were collected from 500 university students. Confirmatory factor analysis supported the original one-factor structure, with all 10 items meeting criteria for convergent validity. The K-BCEs showed significant negative correlations with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), depression, and anxiety, and positive correlations with perceived parental warmth and psychological well-being, demonstrating criterion validity. Nomological network analysis further indicated that perceived parental warmth predicted K-BCEs scores, which in turn predicted lower levels of depression and anxiety. Hierarchical regression analyses confirmed the incremental validity of the K-BCEs beyond demographic variables and ACEs. Overall, the findings suggest that the K-BCEs is a reliable and valid tool for assessing positive childhood experiences in the Korean context. The scale represents a valuable resource for research and practice focused on promoting mental health and supporting healthy development in children and adolescents.

KEYWORDS

Benevolent Childhood Experiences(K-BCEs), Validation of Scale, Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs)

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