Self-regulatory Sex Motives Scale in Online Dating: Exploratory Factor Analysis and Internal Consistency

Risky sex behavior is common among online dating users. Understanding the motives behind risky sex behavior might help identify suitable targets for prevention. We developed the Self-regulatory Sex Motives Scale in Online Dating (SSOD) to assess sex motives for casual sex in online dating users. Thi...

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Main Author: Fereidooni, Fatemeh (Author)
Contributors: Daniels, Judith K. ; Lommen, Miriam J. J.
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2025
In: Violence against women
Year: 2025, Volume: 31, Issue: 8, Pages: 2022-2036
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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Keywords:
Sexual Victimization
childhood maltreatment
Online dating
risky sex behavior
sex motives for casual sex
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Summary:Risky sex behavior is common among online dating users. Understanding the motives behind risky sex behavior might help identify suitable targets for prevention. We developed the Self-regulatory Sex Motives Scale in Online Dating (SSOD) to assess sex motives for casual sex in online dating users. This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the SSOD and examined the relationship between sex motives indexed by the SSOD and risky sex behavior. The new scale showed high internal consistency. Exploratory factor analysis suggested a one-factor solution. Sex motives were related to a higher frequency of having sex on the first date.
ISSN:1552-8448
DOI:10.1177/10778012241243048