Psychometric Properties of the Persian version of the Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder Scale (CSBD-19)

Conducting studies in the field of Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD) has mostly been limited to Western cultures, and disagreements regarding the definition and assessment of this disorder are still debated. This study aims to examine the validity and Reliability of the Persian version of the Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder Scale (CSBD-19). We conducted this cross-sectional online study from April to July 2022 among 200 Iranian women and men (100 women, M-age (SD)* = 38.5 years(12/79), 100 males, M-age (SD) = 48.5 years (16/26)). After back-to-back translations, we examined the Face, Content, and Construct Validity, Reliability, and Confirmatory Factor Analysis. The results indicated excellent Face validity (impact score >1.5 for all items), Content validity (CVI > 0.79), Reliability (Cronbach's alpha >= 0.95, CI = 95% (0.92-0.98)). The pre-established five-factor model of the CSBD-19 (i.e., control, salience, relapse, dissatisfaction, and negative consequences) had an excellent fit to the data and demonstrated appropriate associations with the correlates. The Persian version of the CSBD-19 is a valid and reliable scale based on the ICD-11 definition of CSBD that may identify people at high risk for CSBD. This tool can apply in large sample size studies, and in a traditional context, such as Islamic countries. Mean (Standard Deviation)*