The ENRICHMENT Program, spearheaded by the Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies, represents a groundbreaking endeavor aimed at integrating culturally relevant questionnaires and scales into the field of public health. This pioneering initiative seeks to bridge the gap between standardized assessment tools and the diverse cultural landscape of Afghanistan, thereby enhancing the accuracy and efficacy of epidemiological studies in the region. By customizing questionnaires and scales to resonate with local beliefs, traditions, and languages, the ENRICHMENT Program not only ensures greater accessibility but also fosters increased trust and collaboration among participants. Through this concerted effort, the Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies endeavors to strengthen public health research and interventions, laying the groundwork for more targeted and culturally attuned approaches to enhancing the well-being of Afghan communities.
List of questionnaires/scales validated/developed so far by the Afghanistan Center for Epidemiological Studies:
3. Afghanistan National Depression Screening (ANDs) scale: development and psychometric testing
4. Psychometric evaluation of the 21-item Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) among Afghans