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The sexual self-consciousness scale: psychometric properties
Jacques J D M van Lankveld1, Wendy E H Geijen, Heidi Sykora
1Department of Clinical Psychological Science, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, Maastricht, 6200 MD, The Netherlands. J.vanLankveld@DEP.Unimaas.nl
Archives of Sexual Behavior
|November 30, 2007
Summary
This study validated the Sexual Self-Consciousness Scale (SSCS) to measure self-consciousness in sexual situations. Higher scores on the SSCS, particularly sexual embarrassment and self-focus, were linked to sexual dysfunction.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sexology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Self-consciousness in sexual situations is linked to sexual arousal models.
- Sexual self-consciousness may be a vulnerability factor for sexual dysfunction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the Sexual Self-Consciousness Scale (SSCS) for measuring self-consciousness in sexual contexts.
- To examine the reliability and validity of the SSCS in individuals with and without sexual dysfunction.
Main Methods:
- Principal component analysis and multitrait scaling analysis were used.
- The study included 282 men and women with and without sexual dysfunction.
- Internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and construct validity were assessed.
Main Results:
- A two-component solution (Sexual Embarrassment, Sexual Self-Focus) was identified, explaining 53.7% of variance.
- The SSCS demonstrated satisfactory to good internal consistency and test-retest reliability.
- Sexually dysfunctional individuals scored higher on SSCS subscales; females scored higher on sexual embarrassment.
Conclusions:
- The Sexual Self-Consciousness Scale (SSCS) is a reliable and valid instrument.
- The SSCS is expected to advance sex research and clinical sexology.
- Findings support the SSCS's utility in understanding sexual dysfunction.
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