Scale Overview
The Acquired Brain Injury-Related Sexuality Measure – ABI-RSM was developed by Ann-Sofie Ek, Charlotta Holmström, Eva Elmerstig (2023). It is designed to measure Sexuality and relationship experiences post-acquired brain injury. The scale is intended for use with Adults with acquired brain injury (ABI).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 18 items organized into 5 factors/subscales: Information and Counseling on Sexuality Post-ABI, Adjustment and Experience of Sexuality Post-ABI, Relationships and Social Impact, Importance of Sexuality and Intimacy, Partner Communication and Acceptance.
| Factor / Subscale |
Items |
N |
| Information and Counseling on Sexuality Post-ABI |
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 |
8 |
| Adjustment and Experience of Sexuality Post-ABI |
9 |
1 |
| Relationships and Social Impact |
10,11,12 |
3 |
| Importance of Sexuality and Intimacy |
13,14,15 |
3 |
| Partner Communication and Acceptance |
16,17,18 |
3 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 1 = Not at all / No, 6 = Very high degree / Yes.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Cognitive functions: 0.859; Sexual functions: 0.818 (males), 0.855 (females); Importance of sexuality: 0.779; Partner's acceptance/communication: 0.830; Orgasm/satisfaction: 0.870.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.