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Salzburger State Reactance Scale (SSR Scale): Validation of a Scale Measuring State Reactance
Sandra Sittenthaler1, Eva Traut-Mattausch1, Christina Steindl1
1Department of Psychology, University of Salzburg, Austria.
Zeitschrift Fur Psychologie
|July 26, 2016
Summary
This study introduces the Salzburger State Reactance (SSR) Scale to measure psychological reactance. The SSR Scale demonstrates a valid and reliable three-factor structure for assessing reactance experiences and intentions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Psychology
Background:
- Psychological reactance is a key concept in understanding responses to threats to freedom.
- Existing measures may not fully capture the multifaceted nature of state reactance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the Salzburger State Reactance (SSR) Scale.
- To provide a reliable instrument for measuring state reactance.
Main Methods:
- Confirmatory factor analysis to test a three-factor structure.
- Correlations with convergent, divergent, and trait measures.
- Retest analysis for temporal stability.
Main Results:
- The SSR Scale confirmed a three-factor structure: reactance experience, aggressive behavioral intentions, and negative attitudes.
- The scale showed strong convergent and discriminant validity.
- Temporal stability was confirmed through retest analysis.
Conclusions:
- The SSR Scale is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring state reactance.
- The scale differentiates reactance from related constructs like autonomy.
- Further validation studies are recommended.
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