Design and Validation of the Loving Rejection Sensitivity Scale

Rejection is a distressing experience to which each person reacts differently, as some are more sensitive to it than others. Sensitivity generates anxiety and easy perception of a rejection that could be real or imaginary and to which one reacts in an extreme way. The aim of the study was to design and validate the Scale of Sensitivity to Romantic Rejection (SRR), through two phases; First, we focused on understanding the meaning of sensitivity to romantic rejection. Second, we performed an exploratory factor analysis of the scale. The results show three dimensions: affective reactions, anticipation and cognitive reactions. It is suggested that these factors are determined by culture, the findings are argued, and their relevance is discussed.