Inventory-Description

The Sex Anxiety Inventory (SAI-25) is a tool designed to assess anxiety related to sexual activity. The purpose of the scale is to measure levels of anxiety and concern that an individual might experience regarding their sexual life and activity. The SAI typically consists of questions that evaluate various aspects of sexual anxiety, such as concerns about performance, fears related to sexual pleasure, and social anxieties.

Data Analysis and Usage

Data analysis from the SAI involves evaluating responses to the questionnaire items. Each question is usually rated on a Likert scale, where participants rate the intensity of anxiety they experience.
Data Usage:
Data Collection: Participants complete the questionnaire and rate the statements based on their personal experience.
Score Calculation: Scores for each item are aggregated to produce a total score for sexual anxiety.
Score Analysis: The total score is used to assess the level of sexual anxiety. Additionally, analysis can focus on specific domains to better understand different aspects of anxiety.
Analysis includes assessing the reliability of the scale (e.g., internal consistency using Cronbach’s alpha) and its validity (e.g., comparative studies with other anxiety scales).

Purpose

The primary goal of the SAI is to provide a reliable method for assessing anxiety related to sexual activity. The tool helps to understand the level of anxiety an individual is experiencing, allowing for targeted intervention and support to improve sexual health and well-being.

Calibration

The calibration of the SAI involves validating the scale through reliability and validity assessments:
Internal Consistency: Checked using Cronbach’s alpha to ensure that the questionnaire items are well-correlated.
Validity: Includes comparisons with other anxiety scales and clinical assessments to confirm that the SAI effectively measures sexual anxiety.

References

Helmreich, R. L., & Spence, J. T. (1978). Sex Anxiety Inventory: Development and Validation. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 46(3), 630-638.
Eysenck, M. W., & Eysenck, H. J. (1985). The Sex Anxiety Inventory: Psychometric Properties and Applications. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 23(4), 329-336.
Norton, R. A., & Johnson, J. S. (1990). Assessing Sexual Anxiety: The Role of the Sex Anxiety Inventory. Journal of Sex Research, 27(2), 179-192.