Questionnaire Description

The FIRO-B (Fundamental Interpersonal Relation Orientation – Behavior) questionnaire, adapted by M. Malikiosi-Loizou, consists of 54 statements focusing on an individual’s interpersonal needs and behaviors, both as expressed and as desired in their relationships. Respondents are asked to evaluate each statement using a six-point frequency scale ranging from “Never” to “Usually.”

Data Analysis and Use

The responses are analyzed to determine the individual’s overall level of interpersonal interaction, as well as three core dimensions of interpersonal behavior: inclusion, control, and affection. Each of these dimensions is measured in terms of expression (how much the individual initiates the behavior toward others) and need (how much the individual desires others to behave that way toward them). The data can be used to better understand a person’s social behavior, support personal development, assist in counseling and career guidance, and improve teamwork and collaboration in group settings.

Purpose

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess an individual’s fundamental interpersonal needs, to identify how they express and receive inclusion, control, and affection in their relationships, and to contribute to a deeper understanding of how the person relates to others in everyday life.

Scoring

Scoring includes a general estimate of the level of interpersonal interaction, with a total score ranging from 6 to 54 points. Additionally, specific scores are calculated for each of the three dimensions: inclusion, control, and affection, each with a total score of 0 to 18 points. For each dimension, two separate measures are provided — expression and need — each ranging from 0 to 9 points. This structure offers a comprehensive profile of the individual’s social preferences and relational behavior.

Bibliography

Schutz, W. (1978). FIRO: Awareness Scales Manual. Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.
Waterman, J. A., & Rogers, J. (1996). Introduction to the FIRO-B. Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.