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The Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation-Behavior (FIRO-B) scales for Inclusion and Affection reflect Nurturance. The FIRO-B Control scales represent Dominance, suggesting a two-factor interpersonal model.

Area of Science:

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  • Social Psychology
  • Personality Psychology

Background:

  • The Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation-Behavior (FIRO-B) is a widely used measure of interpersonal needs.
  • Previous research has explored the factor structure of the FIRO-B, but a comprehensive analysis integrating multiple datasets is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the underlying factor structure of the FIRO-B using a meta-analytic approach.
  • To determine the relationship between FIRO-B scales and broader interpersonal superfactors.

Main Methods:

  • Factor analysis was applied to 10 intercorrelation matrices derived from new and existing FIRO-B data.
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  • Four FIRO-B scales (Inclusion and Affection) were identified as facets of the interpersonal superfactor, Nurturance.
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