Gender Identity (Communal)

What it measures

A five-item scale measuring gender identity.

Response format

7-point scale

Scale items

• I am able to devote myself completely to others.
• People generally describe me as an affectionate and sympathetic person.
• I am concerned with the welfare of other people.
• I try to consider others’ feelings when making decisions.
• Selflessness and nurturance describe my personal characteristics.

Full scale items shown. Always cite the original source when using this scale in research.

Usage notes & scoring

Internal consistency (alpha = .80) was reported in the primary study.

Citation

Bakan, David (1966), The Duality of Human Existence, Chicago: Rand McNally.

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