Factors Which Influence Sexual Decisions
- 1 November 1978
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Sex Education and Therapy
- Vol. 4 (2) , 35-39
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01614576.1978.11074594
Abstract
This study reports on the development of a questionnaire for determining factors which influence sexual decisions. Based on the six stage model of sexual decision-making, six non-parallel factors emerged which account for 48.55% of the total variation. These factors can be used as subscales in determining profiles for specific individuals or groups. The procedure used in shortening the original scale to a more useful instrument was described. High reliability, content and construct validity are reported. Concurrent and predictive validity will necessitate more experienced subjects and/or longitudinal study. It is concluded that significant research could be stimulated utilizing this questionnaire.Keywords
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