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Effeminacy. I. A quantitative rating scale.

A F Schatzberg, M P Westfall, A B Blumetti

    Archives of Sexual Behavior
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    This study introduces a new Effeminacy Rating Scale to quantitatively measure behavioral traits associated with effeminacy. The scale demonstrates high reliability, enabling further research into this complex phenomenon.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Gender Studies
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Effeminacy is a complex phenomenon that has been understudied and lacks clear definition or measurement tools.
    • Previous research has not adequately addressed the quantitative aspects of effeminate behaviors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review existing literature on effeminacy.
    • To develop and validate an Effeminacy Rating Scale for quantitative measurement.
    • To assess the reliability of the newly developed scale.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on the phenomenon of effeminacy.
    • Development of an Effeminacy Rating Scale to quantify behavioral fragments.
    • Pilot testing of the scale on a sample of 32 males (16 homosexual, 16 heterosexual).

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    Main Results:

    • The Effeminacy Rating Scale was successfully developed, quantifying behavioral aspects of effeminacy.
    • The scale demonstrated high interrater reliability, with a coefficient of 0.93.
    • Data from the trial confirmed the scale's utility in quantitative research.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed Effeminacy Rating Scale provides a reliable tool for the quantitative study of effeminacy.
    • This scale can facilitate further empirical research into the complexities of effeminate behaviors.
    • The study establishes a foundation for objective measurement in the field of effeminacy research.