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Romantic Jealousy

The Short Form Multidimensional Jealousy Scale (SF-MJS) by Elphinston, Feeney, and Noller measures cognitive, emotional, and behavioral jealousy in romantic relationships. Instantly understand your jealousy profile with this validated assessment.

3 minutes to complete

Eligibility

To complete the Romantic Jealousy course, individuals must have an interest in understanding the psychological aspects of jealousy in romantic relationships.

Questions for Romantic Jealousy

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Questions

1.

I suspect that X is secretly seeing someone of the opposite sex.

Cognitive Jealousy

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
2.

I suspect that X may be attracted to someone else.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
3.

I suspect that X may be physically intimate with another member of the opposite sex behind my back.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
4.

I think that X is secretly developing an intimate relationship with someone of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
5.

I suspect that X is crazy about members of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
6.

X comments to you on how great looking a particular member of the opposite sex is.

Emotional Jealousy

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
7.

X shows a great deal of interest or excitement in talking to someone of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
8.

A member of the opposite sex is trying to get close to X all the time.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
9.

X is flirting with someone of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
10.

Someone of the opposite sex is dating X.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
11.

X hugs and kisses someone of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Very pleased
  2. Pleased
  3. Neutral
  4. Upset
  5. Very upset
12.

I look through X’s drawers, handbag, or pockets.

Behavioral Jealousy

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
13.

I call X unexpectedly, just to see if he or she is there.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
14.

I question X about previous or present romantic relationships.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
15.

I question X about his or her telephone calls.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
16.

I question X about his or her whereabouts.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time
17.

I join in whenever I see X talking to a member of the opposite sex.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Very rarely
  3. Rarely
  4. Sometimes
  5. Often
  6. Very often
  7. All the time

Scoring

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Interpretation

Subscale Score Range Interpretation
Cognitive Jealousy 5–35 Higher scores indicate a greater degree of jealousy in that particular dimension (cognitive, emotional, or behavioral)
Emotional Jealousy 6–42 Lower scores indicate less jealousy in that area.
Behavioral Jealousy 6–42

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Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Romantic Jealousy

What is the Short Form Multidimensional Jealousy Scale (SF-MJS)?

The SF-MJS is a validated questionnaire developed by Elphinston, Feeney, and Noller that measures three types of jealousy—cognitive, emotional, and behavioral—in romantic relationships.

What do the three dimensions of jealousy mean?

Cognitive jealousy: Suspicious thoughts about a partner’s fidelity. Emotional jealousy: Feelings of upset or distress in jealousy-provoking situations. Behavioral jealousy: Actions taken to monitor or check on a partner.

Who can use the SF-MJS?

The scale is suitable for adults in romantic relationships and is used by researchers, clinicians, and individuals interested in understanding their jealousy tendencies.

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