Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-2-2025
Publisher
Frontiers Media S.A.
Abstract
Objective: To test the reliability and validity of the Online Jealousy Scale.
Background: Romantic jealousy is often examined in online and social media settings and a validated measure of online jealousy is needed.
Method: Across two studies, the present research tests the psychometric properties of the Online Jealousy Scale (adapted from the Facebook Jealousy Scale) on an undergraduate (Study 1, N = 111) and two broader community (Study 2, N = 200; Study 3, N = 143) samples.
Results: Data across all studies provide evidence of strong inter-item and test–retest reliability; and construct, convergent and discriminant validity. Consistent with other jealousy measures, evidence of three factors emerged: emotional, cognitive, and behavioral jealousy.
Discussion: These studies indicate that the OJS is a reliable and valid instrument.
Implications: This measure fills the need for a valid, reliable assessment of online jealousy and can be used in research about online jealousy across age and relationship type. It may also be useful for individual or couple therapy.
Recommended Citation
Sullivan, K. T., & Bruchmann, K. (2025). The Online Jealousy Scale: An adaptation, extension, and psychometric analysis of the Facebook Jealousy Scale. Frontiers in Human Dynamics, 6. https://doi.org/10.3389/fhumd.2024.1447003
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