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Behavioral aspects of homonegativity
T Roderick1, S L McCammon, T E Long
1Albemarle Mental Health Center, Nags Head, NC, USA.
Journal of Homosexuality
|July 22, 1998
Summary
This study refined the Self Report of Behavior Scale (SBS-R) to measure anti-gay behaviors. The validated scale identifies avoidance and aggressive behaviors, aiding research into homonegativity.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Criminology
Background:
- Anti-gay violence is a significant issue requiring in-depth investigation.
- Homonegativity, encompassing cognitive, affective, and behavioral components, has been previously conceptualized.
- The Self Report of Behavior Scale (SBS) was developed to assess negative behaviors toward gay individuals, with subsequent research necessitating scale refinement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To refine and validate the Self Report of Behavior Scale (SBS-R) for measuring self-reported anti-gay behaviors.
- To examine the factor structure of the SBS-R.
- To assess the reliability and construct validity of the SBS-R.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 264 college students completed the SBS-R, the Crowne-Marlowe Social Desirability Scale (CMSDS), and the Index of Attitudes Toward Homosexuals (IAH).
- Factor analysis was employed to determine the underlying structure of the SBS-R.
- Reliability and construct validity were assessed.
Main Results:
- Factor analysis of the SBS-R revealed two distinct factors: "avoidance behaviors" and "aggressive behaviors" toward gay individuals.
- The SBS-R demonstrated high internal consistency.
- The study confirmed the construct validity of the SBS-R.
Conclusions:
- The refined SBS-R is a reliable and valid instrument for measuring self-reported anti-gay behaviors.
- This validated scale will contribute to a better understanding of the interplay between affective, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of homonegativity.
- Further research utilizing the SBS-R can advance the study of anti-gay attitudes and behaviors.
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