Analysis

The Attitudes Toward Erotica Questionnaire (ATRQ) is a tool designed to measure individuals’ attitudes and perceptions regarding erotic material. The scale examines how people perceive and evaluate erotic content, including pornography, erotic literature, and other forms of erotic expression.

Purpose

The purpose of the Attitudes Toward Erotica Questionnaire (ATRQ) is to understand individuals’ attitudes toward erotic material, in order to identify the social and psychological effects of these attitudes. The tool seeks to uncover biases and contradictions in perceptions related to erotic expression and to provide data that can be used for the development of educational and cultural strategies.

Calibration

The calibration of the Attitudes Toward Erotica Questionnaire includes:
Internal Consistency: Assessment of the reliability of the scale using Cronbach’s alpha, which should generally be high (e.g., > 0.70).
Validity: Examination of the validity of the tool, including convergent and discriminant validity, to ensure that the ATRQ accurately measures attitudes toward erotic material.
Different Demographic Groups: Analysis of the scale’s application across different age groups, genders, and cultural backgrounds to ensure its broader applicability.

References

For literature related to the ATRQ, you can refer to the following:
Lauman, E. O., & Waite, L. J. (2005). Sexual functioning and quality of life in older adults. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 34(5), 553–563.
Miller, R. B., & McMahon, D. (1998). The Attitudes Toward Erotica Questionnaire: Development and validation. Journal of Sex Research, 35(2), 147–156.
Zillmann, D., & Bryant, J. (1985). Effects of pornography exposure on sexual attitudes and behaviors. Journal of Sex Research, 21(2), 290–306.
Harris, M. B. (1997). Pornography and sexual attitudes: A meta-analysis. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 1(3), 195–213.