Scale Analysis

The Robinson Relational Aggression Subscale (RRAS) is a self-report measure designed to assess relational aggression among university students. It was developed by Loudin, Loukas, and Robinson (2003) to evaluate how frequently individuals engage in various relationally aggressive behaviors, such as spreading rumors, excluding others from social activities, and telling false information about others.

Purpose

The purpose of this subscale is to assess the frequency with which individuals engage in different types of relational aggression.

Question Scoring

The RAS-7 scale consists of 7 items, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from:
1 = Not at all likely
2 = Not very likely
3 = Slightly likely
4 = Somewhat likely
5 = Very likely

Validity and Reliability

The RRAS has been shown to be valid in several ways. For example, it has demonstrated positive correlations with other aggression measures, such as the Physical Aggression subscale of the Buss–Perry Aggression Questionnaire (Buss & Perry, 1992). It has also been found to predict negative outcomes, including peer rejection and academic problems.

References

Loudin, J. L., Loukas, A., & Robinson, S. (2003). Relational aggression in college students: Examining the roles of social anxiety and empathy. Aggressive Behavior, 29, 430–439.e Aggression in Childhood and Adolescence: A Meta-Analysis of Differential Relations with Psychosocial Adjustment. International Journal of Behavioral Development, 30(5), 466-480.