Scale Overview
The Age, Gender, and Sexual Motivation Inventory (AGSMI) was developed by David Quadagno & Jan Sprague (1989). It is designed to measure Sexual motivation, behavior, and satisfaction. The scale is intended for use with Adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 25 items organized into 4 factors/subscales: Sexual Behavior and Frequency, Sexual Motivation and Preferences, Partner Dynamics and Communication, Sexual Satisfaction.
| Factor / Subscale |
Items |
N |
| Sexual Behavior and Frequency |
1,2,3,4,5,15,17 |
7 |
| Sexual Motivation and Preferences |
6,7,8,14,25 |
5 |
| Partner Dynamics and Communication |
9,10,11,12,13,16,21,22 |
8 |
| Sexual Satisfaction |
18,19,20,23,24 |
5 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
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 Not reported (no significant gender differences found on key validation items).
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 8 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.