Abstract

IntroductionThe concept of sexual sensation seeking is an interesting construct in the study of human sexuality. ObjectiveThe aim of the present study was to validate the Portuguese version of the Sexual Sensation Seeking Scale (SSSS), a unidimensional scale that assesses sexual sensation seeking among men and women. Material and methodsA total of 298 participantscompleted the Portuguese version of the SSSS. ResultsThe main psychometric properties of the Portuguese version of the SSSS were assessed. DiscussionThe original unidimensional structure of the SSSS was replicated and good values were also obtained in terms of internal consistency, convergent validity, divergent validity and concurrent validity. ConclusionsThe use of the Portuguese version of the SSSS is justified and reinforced since it has sound psychometric properties.

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