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.

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