Construction of a “chara” behavioral scale and examination of its reliability and validity

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  • Ono Haruka
    Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University
  • Sasaki Reiji
    Faculty of Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University

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  • 〈キャラ〉行動尺度の作成と信頼性・妥当性の検討

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In this study, we redefined the concept of “chara,” commonly understood as denoting a role or position within a group, as a transient self that emerges within relationships. We then devised a scale to measure the tendency to embody a “chara” in daily life. Based on earlier research, we developed a questionnaire based on the concepts of enacted roles, self-pluralism, fragmented self-expression, fixation, and use of different “chara.” The questionnaire was administered to undergraduate and graduate students. The results were used to develop a “chara” behavioral scale consisting of two subscales: relational-dependency enactment and fixed-role enactment. The reliability of this scale was corroborated by the fact that each subscale showed sufficient internal consistency, and its validity was substantiated through a positive correlation with the self-monitoring scale. In addition, a ceiling effect was observed for several questionnaire items, particularly those measuring self-pluralism and use of multiple identities, indicating that many people today harbor multiple selves and identities.

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