The Balanced Inventory of Desirable Responding Short Form (BIDR-16). (17th December 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hart, Claire M.; Ritchie, Timothy D.; Hepper, Erica G.; Gebauer, Jochen E.
• Is Part Of: SAGE Open. Volume 5:Number 4(2015:Oct./Dec.)
• Publication Date: 2015-12-17
• Subjects: Balanced Inventory of Desirable Responding (BIDR) -- impression management -- Marlowe–Crowne -- self-deceptive enhancement -- social desirability; Social sciences -- Periodicals; 300.5
• DOI: 10.1177/2158244015621113
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2158-2440

Abstract

Self-report studies often call for assessment of socially desirable responding. Many researchers use the Marlowe–Crowne Scale for its brief versions; however, this scale is outdated, and contemporary models of social desirability emphasize its multi-dimensional nature. The 40-item Balanced Inventory of Desirable Responding (BIDR) incorporates Self-Deceptive Enhancement (honest but overly positive responding) and Impression Management (bias toward pleasing others). However, its length limits its practicality. This article introduces the BIDR-16. In four studies, we shorten the BIDR from 40 items to 16 items, while retaining its two-factor structure, reliability, and validity. This short form will be invaluable to researchers wanting to assess social desirability when time is limited.