Psychometric Properties of the Authenticity in relationship scale (AIRS) and its relationship with relationship satisfaction

The aim of current study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Student Authenticity in relationship scale (AIRS) and examine the relationship between authenticity and fear of intimacy with relationship satisfaction. This scale has 37 items and has been made by Lopez and Rice in 2006. The study population comprised all married clerks in Sanandaj. 207 men and 197 women were selected by multistage cluster sampling method. Factor analysis, Cronbach’s alpha coefficient and Pearson correlation methods were used for Data analysis. Reliability of the (AIRS) by Cronbach's alpha coefficient was 0/773 and re-test coefficient was 0/812. Also, results from convergent validity indicated a significant relationship between (AIRS) and Wood and Linley Authenticity scale. Results from factor analysis showed the Authenticity in relationship scale (AIRS) measure two factors of unacceptability of deception and Intimate risk taking. The second study showed fear of intimacy, unacceptability of deception and Intimate risk taking can predict relation satisfaction. Considering of results the Authenticity in relationship scale has an appropriate validity and reliability and it can be used in further researches on the authenticity in relationship and family field.