Scale-Description

The RES-24 consists of 24 items (questions) related to the ethical principles and practices applied in interpersonal relationships. The scale is based on relational theory, which posits that ethical values such as reciprocity, fairness, and care play a critical role in the quality and functionality of human relationships.

The key dimensions measured by the RES-24 include:

Reciprocity: The extent to which members of a relationship feel that their needs and desires are considered equally.

Fairness: The sense that members of the relationship are treated fairly and equitably.

Care: The willingness to show support, respect, and concern for the other person.

Loyalty: The commitment to maintaining and strengthening the relationship.

Data Analysis and Usage

Data from the RES-24 are collected through self-report questionnaires, in which participants are asked to evaluate statements about their relationships using a Likert scale. The responses are analyzed to assess the quality and ethical aspects of interpersonal relationships.

The main methods of analysis include:

Reliability analysis, such as calculating Cronbach’s alpha, to determine the internal consistency of the responses for each dimension.

Factor analysis to confirm the underlying dimensions of the scale and to examine the validity of the results.

Statistical comparisons, such as t-tests or ANOVA, to explore differences between groups regarding the ethical aspects of relationships.

Purpose

The primary goal of the RES-24 is to measure and understand the ethical dimensions in interpersonal relationships. This information can help:

Assess the quality of interpersonal relationships and the dynamics that affect them.

Understand how ethical behavior in relationships is related to overall well-being and mental health.

Develop interventions that enhance reciprocity, fairness, and care in relationships, especially in the context of family or couples therapy.

Calibration

The calibration of the RES-24 involves the following steps:

Reliability analysis to determine the internal consistency of responses, ensuring that the scale items consistently measure the relevant dimensions.

Confirmatory factor analysis to assess whether the data align with the theoretical structure of the four main dimensions (reciprocity, fairness, care, loyalty).

Cross-validation across different populations and cultures to ensure that the scale is reliable and applicable in various social contexts.

Bibliography

Hargrave, T. D., & Pfitzer, F. (2003). The New Contextual Therapy: Guiding the Power of Give and Take. Brunner-Routledge.

Boszormenyi-Nagy, I., & Krasner, B. R. (1986). Between Give and Take: A Clinical Guide to Contextual Therapy. Brunner-Routledge.

Haug, I. E., & Lantz, J. (2006). Family-of-origin therapy and the multigenerational transmission of ethical values. Journal of Family Psychotherapy, 17(1), 1-17.