Browsing by Autor "Marc N. Potenza"

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Basic psychological needs satisfaction: an international examination of invariance across 22 languages and 32 countries
(Springer Science+Business Media, 2025) Joshua B. Grubbs; István Tóth‐Király; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
Compulsive sexual behavior disorder in 42 countries: Insights from the International Sex Survey and introduction of standardized assessment tools
(Akadémiai Kiadó, 2023) Beáta Bőthe; Mónika Koós; Léna Nagy; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Aurélie Michaud; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
This study contributes to a better understanding of CSBD in underrepresented and underserved populations and facilitates its identification in diverse populations by providing freely accessible ICD-11-based screening tools in 26 languages. The findings may also serve as a crucial building block to stimulate research into evidence-based, culturally sensitive prevention and intervention strategies for CSBD that are currently missing from the literature.
Cross-Cultural Adult ADHD Assessment in 42 Countries Using the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale Screener
(SAGE Publishing, 2024) Karol Lewczuk; Przemysław Marcowski; Magdalena Wizła; Mateusz Gola; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal
Present results show significant cross-cultural variability in adult ADHD occurrence as well as highlight important factors related to adult ADHD. Moreover, the importance of further research on adult ADHD in previously understudied populations (non-Western countries) and minority groups (gender-diverse individuals) is stressed. Lastly, the present analysis is consistent with previous evidence showing low specificity of adult ADHD screening instruments and contributes to the current discussion on accurate adult ADHD screening and diagnosis.
Cross-cultural validation and measurement invariance of anxiety and depression symptoms: A study of the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) in 42 countries
(Elsevier BV, 2024) Gonzalo R. Quintana; Fernando P. Ponce; Javier Escudero‐Pastén; J. Francisco Santibáñez-Palma; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal
Cross-cultural Validation of the Arizona Sexual Experience Scale (ASEX) in 42 Countries and 26 Languages
(Springer Science+Business Media, 2024) Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Marcel Elipe‐Miravet; Jesús Castro‐Calvo; Patricia Beltrán-Martínez; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Dominik Batthyány
Cross‐Cultural Validation of the Binge Eating Disorder Screener‐7 (<scp>BEDS</scp>‐7) Across 42 Countries
(Wiley, 2025) Ateret Gewirtz‐Meydan; Zohar Spivak‐Lavi; Shane W. Kraus; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
The findings provide further evidence of the reliability and validity of the BEDS-7 as a potential screening tool for identifying probable cases of BED globally, facilitating early intervention in primary care settings.
Cross-Cultural Validation of the Sexual Desire Inventory (SDI-2) in 42 Countries and 26 Languages
(Taylor & Francis, 2024) Jesús Castro‐Calvo; Patricia Beltrán-Martínez; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
Sexual desire is a complex construct with important implications for sexual functioning and well-being. In this research, we translated the Sexual Desire Inventory (SDI-2), a widely used scale for assessing sexual (desire), into 25 languages from English and used data from the International Sex Survey (ISS) to (a) investigate its psychometric properties (i.e. factorial structure, reliability, validity, and measurement invariance) and (b) explore the expression of sexual desire across different countries, genders, and sexual orientations. A total of 82,243 participants from 42 countries completed the SDI-2, along with other sexuality-related scales. Confirmatory factor analysis supported a three-factor solution for the SDI-2 (CFI = .980; RMSEA = .060), encompassing the domains of "Partner-related," "Attractive-person-related," and "Solitary" sexual desire. The reliability of the total score and subscales were excellent. Likewise, correlations with other sexuality-related variables were positive yet weak-to-moderate in effect size. Measurement invariance tests supported its use across countries, languages, genders, and sexual orientations. Analysis of SDI-2 scores according to these variables supported its ability to capture group-based differences in sexual desire. In sum, the SDI-2 constitutes a psychometrically robust measure for the assessment of sexual desire in non-clinical samples with utility in large-scale cross-cultural studies.
Evaluating the factor structure and measurement invariance of the 20-item short version of the UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale across multiple countries, languages, and gender identities
(SAGE Publishing, 2024) Loïs Fournier; Beáta Bőthe; Zsolt Demetrovics; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Léna Nagy; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
The UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Model and the various psychometric instruments developed and validated based on this model are well established in clinical and research settings. However, evidence regarding the psychometric validity, reliability, and equivalence across multiple countries of residence, languages, or gender identities, including gender-diverse individuals, is lacking to date. Using data from the International Sex Survey (N = 82,243), confirmatory factor analyses and measurement invariance analyses were performed on the preestablished five-factor structure of the 20-item short version of the UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale to examine whether (a) psychometric validity and reliability and (b) psychometric equivalence hold across 34 country-of-residence-related, 22 language-related, and three gender-identity-related groups. The results of the present study extend the latter psychometric instrument's well-established relevance to 26 countries, 13 languages, and three gender identities. Most notably, psychometric validity and reliability were evidenced across nine novel translations included in the present study (i.e., Croatian, English, German, Hebrew, Korean, Macedonian, Polish, Portuguese-Portugal, and Spanish-Latin American) and psychometric equivalence was evidenced across all three gender identities included in the present study (i.e., women, men, and gender-diverse individuals).
Global cross-cultural validation of a brief measure for identifying potential suicide risk in 42 countries
(Elsevier BV, 2024) Ateret Gewirtz‐Meydan; Mónika Koós; Léna Nagy; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron; Joël Billieux
Identification and comprehensive characterization of moral disapproval and behavioral dysregulation-based pornography-use profiles across 42 countries
(Akadémiai Kiadó, 2025) Beáta Bőthe; István Tóth‐Király; Nevena Popova; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Shane W. Kraus; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány
Findings also support recent calls for better-integrated sex therapy and sexual medicine perspectives into pornography-use-related problems research and care.
Motives for pornography use and women's sexual wellbeing: Insights from a 42-country study
(Akadémiai Kiadó, 2025) Ateret Gewirtz‐Meydan; Harvey H. Feder; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
These findings highlight the need to consider the multifaceted nature of pornography use among women, including the usage motives, to fully understand associations with sexual wellbeing. Additionally, the study emphasizes the importance of conducting further research utilizing longitudinal designs, to establish the directionality between pornography use motivations and sexual wellbeing among women.
Psychometric properties of the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) across cross-cultural subgroups, genders, and sexual orientations: Findings from the International Sex Survey (ISS)
(Elsevier BV, 2023) Zsolt Horváth; Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron; Joël Billieux
Sexual Assertiveness Across Cultures, Genders, and Sexual Orientations: Validation of the Short Sexual Assertiveness Questionnaire (SAQ-9)
(SAGE Publishing, 2025) Léna Nagy; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron; Joël Billieux; Peer Briken
Sexual assertiveness (SA) is an important concept in understanding sexual well-being and decision-making. However, psychometric evaluation of existing measures of SA in diverse populations is largely lacking, hindering cross-cultural and comparative studies. This study validated the short version of the Sexual Assertiveness Questionnaire (SAQ-9) and examined its measurement invariance across several languages, countries, genders, sexual orientations, and relationship statuses among 65,448 sexually-active adults (Mage = 32.98 years, SD = 12.08, 58% women, 2.74% gender-diverse individuals) taking part in the International Sex Survey. The scale demonstrated adequate psychometric properties. Measurement invariance tests indicated that the SAQ-9 is suitable for comparing individuals from different cultures, genders, sexual orientations, and relationship statuses, and significant group differences were also noted (e.g., gender-diverse individuals reported the highest levels of SA). Findings suggest that the SAQ-9 is a reliable and valid measure of SA and appropriate for use in diverse populations, with specific populations exhibiting varying levels of SA.
Sexual Assertiveness and Sexual Victimization Across Different Life Stages: Examining Gender-Related and Cultural Differences
(Routledge, 2025) Léna Nagy; Ateret Gewirtz‐Meydan; Marie‐Pier Vaillancourt‐Morel; Sophie Bergeron; Verena Klein; Mónika Koós; Shane W. Kraus; Marc N. Potenza; Zsolt Demetrovics; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal
Objectives: A growing body of research indicate that experiencing sexual victimization may be linked to lower levels of sexual assertiveness, yet significant gaps remain in understanding how this association varies across the life stages in which one is victimized, gender identities, and cultural contexts. Prior studies have primarily focused on cisgender women from Western countries, mainly examined adolescent/adult sexual assault (AASA), and emphasized sexual refusal while neglecting the larger concept of sexual assertiveness. Method: This study addresses these gaps by investigating the links between child sexual abuse (CSA), AASA, revictimization (CSAþAASA) and sexual assertiveness—encompassing initiation, refusal, and risk negotiation—using data from a large multinational online survey. We analyzed responses from over 64,000 participants, including men, women, and gender-diverse individuals from 42 countries, comparing the associations of sexual assertiveness and sexual victimization across groups based on gender and the intersection of country and gender. Results: Findings revealed that CSA is consistently associated with lower sexual assertiveness across all genders and countries, while AASA and CSAþAASA exhibit gender- and culturespecific patterns. Women’s sexual assertiveness was negatively associated with all forms of sexual victimization across the lifespan, while men’s sexual assertiveness was only consistently linked to CSA, with notable cross-country variations in the AASA-assertiveness relationship. Conclusions: These findings extend existing literature, fill important research gaps, and identify vulnerable populations, while emphasizing the need for gender- and culturally sensitive interventions to support survivors.
The eleven-item Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST-11): Cross-cultural psychometric evaluation across 42 countries
(Elsevier BV, 2023) Chih‐Ting Lee; Chung‐Ying Lin; Mónika Koós; Léna Nagy; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
The short version of the Sexual Distress Scale (SDS-3): Measurement invariance across countries, gender identities, and sexual orientations
(Elsevier BV, 2024) Chung‐Ying Lin; Meng‐Che Tsai; Mónika Koós; Léna Nagy; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron
Why Do People Watch Pornography? Cross-Cultural Validation of the Pornography Use Motivations Scale (PUMS) and Its Short Form (PUMS-8)
(Taylor & Francis, 2024) Mónika Koós; Léna Nagy; Shane W. Kraus; Zsolt Demetrovics; Marc N. Potenza; Émilie Gaudet; Rafael Ballester‐Arnal; Dominik Batthyány; Sophie Bergeron; Joël Billieux
Motivations for pornography use may vary across gender identities, sexual orientations, and geographical regions, warranting examination to promote individual and public health. The aims of this study were to validate the Pornography Use Motivations Scale (PUMS) in a diverse, multicultural sample, and develop a short form (PUMS-8) that can assess a wide range of pornography use motivations. Using data from 42 countries (N = 75,117; Mage = 32.07; SDage = 12.37), enabled us to thoroughly evaluate the dimensionality, validity, and reliability of the Pornography Use Motivations Scale (PUMS), leading to the development of the more concise PUMS-8 short scale. Additionally, language-, nationality-, gender-, and sexual-orientation-based measurement invariance tests were conducted to test the comparability across groups. Both the PUMS and the PUMS-8 assess eight pornography use motivations, and both demonstrated excellent psychometric properties. Sexual Pleasure emerged as the most frequent motivation for pornography use across countries, genders, and sexual orientations, while differences were observed concerning other motivations (e.g. self-exploration was more prevalent among gender-diverse individuals than men or women). The motivational background of pornography use showed high similarity in the examined countries. Both the PUMS and the PUMS-8 are reliable and valid measurement tools to assess different types of motivations for pornography use across countries, genders, and sexual orientations. Both scales are recommended for use in research and clinical settings.