Analysis

The Attitudes Toward Rape Scale (ATR) is a tool designed to assess individuals’ attitudes and perceptions regarding rape. It focuses on various dimensions of attitudes toward rape, such as perceptions of responsibility, acceptance of rape myths, and beliefs about the consequences of rape for victims.

Purpose

The purpose of the Attitudes Toward Rape Scale (ATR) is to identify and understand individuals’ attitudes and beliefs about rape. The tool helps in recognizing biases and misconceptions that may affect a person’s stance toward victims and the reporting of rape incidents. The information collected can be used to develop educational programs and policies aimed at changing social attitudes and improving support for victims.

Calibration

The calibration of the Attitudes Toward Rape Scale includes:
Internal Consistency: Assessment of the reliability of the scale through 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 ATR accurately measures attitudes toward rape.
Different Demographic Groups: Analysis of the application of the scale across different age groups, genders, and cultural backgrounds to ensure its broader applicability.

References

For literature related to the ATR, you can refer to the following:
Burt, M. R. (1980). Cultural myths and supports for rape. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 38(2), 217–230.
Lonsway, K. A., & Fitzgerald, L. F. (1994). Rape myths: In review. Psychology of Women Quarterly, 18(2), 133–164.
O’Neil, J. M., & Nielson, M. K. (1991). The attitudes toward rape scale: Development and validation. Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 6(2), 235–253.
Smith, E. M., & Williams, K. C. (1999). Perceptions of rape and its prevention: Analysis and implications. Sex Roles, 40(7–8), 533–552.