Help! I need somebody: Development and validation of the Romantic Support-Seeking (RoSS) scale.

ABSTRACT: Research has established distinct categories of support-seeking behaviors, including direct, indirect, emotional, and instrumental support-seeking. However, no existing scale incorporates all four types of support-seeking within romantic relationships in one measure. Understanding how individuals seek support from romantic partners is crucial for managing stress, relationship satisfaction, and well-being. We aimed to create and validate the Romantic Support-Seeking (RoSS) scale, grounded in theory and empirical data. In Study 1 (N = 117 students), we used open-ended questions to gain knowledge on support-seeking behaviors and inform item development. In Study 2 (N = 491), we conducted an exploratory factor analysis to assess the factor structure and select the highest-loading

SUBMITTER: Perks RE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12722480 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature