Scale Overview
The Garos Sexual Behavior Inventory – GSBI was developed by Sheila Garos (2009). It is designed to measure Sexual behavior, adjustment, and control. The scale is intended for use with Adults (clinical, forensic, and nonclinical populations).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 14 items organized into 7 factors/subscales: Discordance, Sexual Obsession, Permissiveness, Sexual Stimulation, Control, Excitement, Insecurity.
| Factor / Subscale |
Items |
N |
| Discordance |
1,2 |
2 |
| Sexual Obsession |
3,4 |
2 |
| Permissiveness |
5,6 |
2 |
| Sexual Stimulation |
7,8 |
2 |
| Control |
9,10 |
2 |
| Excitement |
11,12 |
2 |
| Insecurity |
13,14 |
2 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a 5-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 5 = Strongly Agree).
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 0 to 100. Interpretation guidelines:
- Average / Non-clinical (T-Score < 60): 0 – 59
- Mildly Elevated (T-Score 60-69): 60 – 69
- Significantly Elevated (T-Score >= 70): 70 – 100
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of 0.66 – 0.85 (subscale alphas).
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 25 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.