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Reproductive Motives Questionnaire

Reproductive Motives Questionnaire Test

Understand supportive and conflicted motives around parenthood in about 3 minutes. Fast 11 item snapshot helps guide counseling, family planning, and support for pregnancy or parenting.

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October 2, 2025

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3/5

Constructive Motives (CM)

Measures the strength of positive, child-centered motivation toward motherhood and the intrinsic value placed on becoming a parent.

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1 – 2.3: Low | 2.4 – 3.6: Moderate | 3.7 – 5: High

A score of 3 indicates a moderate level of constructive motives, suggesting generally positive but not strongly dominant child-centered motivation toward motherhood.

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2/5

Destructive Motives (DM)

Assesses the extent to which motives for motherhood are driven by external goals (e.g., benefits, securing a relationship) rather than the desire for parenting itself.

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Moderate

High

1 – 2.3: Low | 2.4 – 3.6: Moderate | 3.7 – 5: High

A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting destructive motives are not prominent and motherhood is less likely to be viewed primarily as a means to other ends.

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Who Usually Takes This Test?

Planning a pregnancy

41%OF USERS

Women considering motherhood take it to clarify what is motivating them and spot any inner conflicts before trying to conceive.

Pregnant or new mothers

34%OF USERS

Women who are expecting or recently had a baby use it to understand shifting feelings about pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting.

In therapy for family issues

25%OF USERS

Clients working with a psychologist on relationships, fertility decisions, or parenting stress take it to identify constructive and destructive motives.

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Constructive motives (Cm)

Average

2.5

Normal range

1.9 — 3.1

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Destructive motives (Dm)

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2.3

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It assesses motives related to pregnancy, childbirth, and child-rearing. It distinguishes between constructive motives and motives that may be associated with internal conflict or dissatisfaction.

Who is this questionnaire intended for?

It is intended for adults who are considering pregnancy, are currently pregnant, have children, or are evaluating attitudes toward motherhood. It can be used in counseling, clinical assessment, or research settings.

How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?

Completion typically takes about three minutes. The questionnaire includes 11 items.

How should items be answered?

Answer each item based on the current and most typical thoughts and feelings. Use the first response that fits without extended reflection.

How are results used and interpreted?

Results indicate which motives are most prominent and may guide further discussion or intervention planning. Scores should be interpreted by a qualified professional in the context of other information.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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Reproductive Motives Questionnaire Test

pregnancy motherhood

This brief self-report measure assesses motivations related to reproduction and parenting attitudes. The Reproductive Motives Questionnaire provides a rapid snapshot of the types of motives that may be more salient for an individual, which can inform clinical formulation and discussion.

Developed by David M. Buss, it contains 11 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. The Reproductive Motives Questionnaire may be used as an adjunct to clinical interview to clarify themes relevant to family planning, pregnancy-related adjustment, and parenting-related concerns; results should be interpreted in context of the individual’s history, current circumstances, and cultural values.

Author: David M. Buss

Literature: Miller, W. B. Differences between fertility desires and intentions: Implications for theory, research and policy. Vienna Yearbook of Population Research. 2011.

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