Relational Ethics Scale (RES)

I could trust my family to seek my best interests.

Individuals in my family were blamed for problems that were not their fault.

Pleasing one of my parents often meant displeasing the other.

I received the love and affection from my family I deserved.

No matter what happened, I always stood by my family.

At times, it seemed one or both of my parents disliked me.

Love and warmth were given equally to all family members.

At times, I was used by my family unfairly.

I felt my life was dominated by my parents’ desires.

Individuals in my family were willing to give of themselves to benefit the family.

I continue to seek closer relationships with my family.

I often felt deserted by my family.

I try to meet the emotional needs of this person.

I do not trust this individual to look out for my best interests.

When I feel hurt, I say or do hurtful things to this person.

This person stands beside me in times of trouble or joy.

Before I make important decisions, I ask for the opinions of this person.

There is unequal contribution to the relationship between me and this individual.

When I feel angry, I tend to take it out on this person.

We are equal partners in this relationship.

We give of ourselves to benefit one another.

I take advantage of this individual.

I am taken for granted or used unfairly in this relationship.

This person listens to me and values my thoughts.