Scale Overview
The Conformity to Feminine Norms Inventory (CFNI) was developed by Mahalik, J. R., Moradi, B., Jakupcak, M., Baer, G. S., Whorley, M. R., & Coppenrath, V. A. (2005). It is designed to measure Conformity to feminine gender role norms. The scale is intended for use with Women (adults and adolescents).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 24 items organized into 8 factors/subscales: Nice in Relationships, Thinness, Care for Children, Domestic, Invest in Appearance, Romantic Relationship, Sexual Fidelity, Modesty.
| Factor / Subscale |
Items |
N |
| Nice in Relationships |
1,9,17 |
3 |
| Thinness |
2,10,18 |
3 |
| Care for Children |
3,11,19 |
3 |
| Domestic |
4,12,20 |
3 |
| Invest in Appearance |
5,13,21 |
3 |
| Romantic Relationship |
6,14,22 |
3 |
| Sexual Fidelity |
7,15,23 |
3 |
| Modesty |
8,16,24 |
3 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a 4-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 4 = Strongly Agree).
The scale includes 7 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 0 to 72. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Conformity: 0 – 24
- Moderate Conformity: 25 – 48
- High Conformity: 49 – 72
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of 0.77 – 0.92.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.