Scale Overview & Construct
3-item measure of attitudes toward gay men and lesbians from the European Social Survey core module. Higher scores indicate more accepting attitudes.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only.
License: CC BY-SA 4.0. Citation: Takács, J., & Szalma, I. (2011). How to measure homophobia in an international comparison? Societies, 1(1), 202–232; European Social Survey European Research Infrastructure (ESS ERIC), ESS Round 10/11 Source Questionnaire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LGBT Attitudes Battery (ESS)?
3-item measure of attitudes toward gay men and lesbians from the European Social Survey core module. Higher scores indicate more accepting attitudes.
How long does the LGBT Attitudes Battery (ESS) take?
It takes about 2 minutes to answer all 3 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.