Analysis

The Reiss Premarital Sexual Permissiveness Scale (RPSPS) is a tool used to measure individuals’ tolerance and views regarding sexual activity before marriage. It was developed by the sociologist and psychologist Ira Reiss and evaluates people’s attitudes toward premarital sexuality, recognizing that perceptions of this issue can vary significantly among individuals.
The scale includes questions that refer to different aspects of sexual behavior, such as personal views, social influences, and moral considerations. Responses are usually based on a Likert scale, where participants rate their level of agreement with various statements related to premarital sexuality.

Reiss Premarital Sexual Permissiveness Scale [RPSPS]

Description

The Reiss Premarital Sexual Permissiveness Scale [RPSPS] is an instrument designed to assess individuals’ attitudes toward and acceptance of premarital sexual activity.

The scale addresses personal attitudes, social influences, and moral considerations related to premarital sexuality.

Purpose

The main purpose of the RPSPS is to evaluate attitudes toward premarital sexual behavior and to explore the social and cultural factors that may influence its acceptance or rejection.

Scoring

According to the source file, responses are rated on a five-point Likert scale, ranging from 1 = “strongly disagree” to 5 = “strongly agree.” Higher total scores indicate greater acceptance of premarital sexual activity.

Applications

The RPSPS can be used in psychological, sociological, and behavioral research to examine sexual attitudes and their associations with social, cultural, and moral factors.

References

Reiss, I. L. (1960). Premarital sexual standards: A review. Journal of Marriage and the Family, 22(2), 205–210.

Reiss, I. L. (1967). The Family and Human Sexuality.