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Development of the Relationship Beliefs Questionnaire
1Department of Applied Behavioral Studies in Education, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater 74078, USA.
Psychological Reports
|June 1, 1995
Summary
This study introduces the Relationship Beliefs Questionnaire to measure irrational beliefs in distressed relationships. Findings support its use in understanding psychological functioning and improving relationship therapy.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Relationship Science
Background:
- The cognitive mediation model highlights cognitive variables in psychological functioning within distressed relationships.
- Irrational beliefs are significant factors influencing relationship satisfaction and psychological well-being.
- Assessing these beliefs is crucial for therapeutic interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the Relationship Beliefs Questionnaire (RBQ).
- To assess adherence to relationship-specific irrational beliefs.
- To provide a tool for research and clinical practice in relationship psychology.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Relationship Beliefs Questionnaire (RBQ).
- Factor analysis was conducted on data from 370 subjects.
- Reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha.
Main Results:
- Factor analysis identified nine conceptually meaningful factors for the RBQ.
- The total scale demonstrated high internal consistency with a Cronbach's alpha of .95.
- The results support the questionnaire's validity and reliability.
Conclusions:
- The Relationship Beliefs Questionnaire is a reliable and valid measure of irrational relationship beliefs.
- The RBQ can be utilized in research to further explore cognitive mediation in relationships.
- Clinical applications include identifying and addressing maladaptive beliefs in therapy.