Abstract
AimIf we want to understand people’s satisfaction in their relationships, it is essential to have a valid and reliable measure of relational needs satisfaction. The aim of this study was to test the factor structure of the Czech version of the Relational Needs Satisfaction Scale (RNSS) as well as the scale’s measurement invariance and convergent validity.MethodIn total, 419 adults answered a battery of measures, including the RNSS, in an online survey. Confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to test the factor structure and the measurement invariance of the RNSS across gender and age. A correlational analysis was conducted to assess the convergent validity.ResultsThe five-factor structure of the RNSS was confirmed. Furthermore, support for a second-order global relationship satisfaction factor was found. The hierarchical model was strictly invariant with respect to gender and age. Furthermore, the RNSS demonstrated an expected pattern of correlations with the reference instruments.ConclusionThe Czech version of the RNSS can be considered a valid and reliable method.
Highlights
Both attachment theory and psychoanalytic theories such as object relations theory and self psychology assert that a child’s basic need is for a relationship with a significant other person (Fairbairn, 1954, 1986/1941; Bowlby, 1969; Kohut, 1971, 1977; Ainsworth et al, 1978; Winnicot, 1986/1960; Guntrip, 1992/1968)
For the ECR-RS, χ2(26) = 194.468, p < 0.001, SRMR = 0.088, root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA) = 0.132 [90%-CI: 0.115; 0.149], Tucker-Lewis Index (TLI) = 0.875
For the WHO-5, χ2(5) = 39.304, p < 0.001, SRMR = 0.039, RMSEA = 0.146 [90%-CI: 0.105; 0.189], TLI = 0.914
Summary
Both attachment theory and psychoanalytic theories such as object relations theory and self psychology assert that a child’s basic need is for a relationship with a significant other person (Fairbairn, 1954, 1986/1941; Bowlby, 1969; Kohut, 1971, 1977; Ainsworth et al, 1978; Winnicot, 1986/1960; Guntrip, 1992/1968). The satisfaction of relational needs by another person who is involved and attuned is crucial in childhood and throughout our whole lives (Erskine et al, 1999; Erskine, 2015). The continued dissatisfaction of relational needs may be manifested in negative script beliefs about the self, others, and life (Erskine and Moursand, 1988). Such beliefs may include: “I am not worthy of love” or “Life is meaningless.”
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
