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Authenticity in Relationships Scale (AIRS)

Authenticity in Relationships Scale (AIRS) Test

Understand how honest and emotionally open your relationship feels in about 2 minutes. Ten quick items give a clear snapshot of trust and vulnerability to guide next steps.

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October 2, 2025

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19/36

Unacceptability of Lying and Deception (UoLaD)

This scale measures how strongly a person rejects lying and deception and prefers transparency in a romantic relationship.

More tolerant of deception

Strongly rejects deception

4 – 18: More tolerant of deception | 19 – 36: Strongly rejects deception

A score of 19 suggests a generally principled stance against lying and a preference for open, honest communication with a partner.

example score

27/54

Intimacy Risk Acceptance (IRA)

Measures readiness to be emotionally open with a romantic partner despite the perceived risks of vulnerability and honest self-disclosure.

Cautious with intimacy risks

Open to intimacy risks

6 – 38: Cautious with intimacy risks | 39 – 54: Open to intimacy risks

A score of 27 falls in the cautious range, suggesting a relatively guarded approach to self-disclosure and emotional vulnerability with a partner.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Couples rebuilding trust

41%OF USERS

Partners dealing with past dishonesty or secrecy take it to gauge openness and identify where trust needs repair.

Relationship growth seekers

34%OF USERS

People who want a deeper, more emotionally honest connection use it to check how comfortable they are with vulnerability and direct communication.

Therapists and counselors

25%OF USERS

Couples therapists and relationship counselors use it as a quick screening tool to guide sessions toward intimacy and honesty barriers.

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The Unacceptability of Lies and Deception (TUoLaD)

Average

17.7

Normal range

13.5 — 21.9

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Acceptance of the Risks of Intimacy (AotRoI)

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37.9

Normal range

31.5 — 44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this scale measure?

It measures authenticity in a romantic relationship, with emphasis on honesty and emotional openness. It covers intolerance of lying or deception and willingness to take intimacy-related risks.

Who is this scale intended for?

It is intended for adults currently in a romantic relationship. It may be used in counseling, clinical screening, or research settings.

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

Completion typically takes about 2 minutes. The scale includes 10 items.

How should items be answered?

Answer each item based on typical behavior and communication patterns in the current relationship. Select the response option that best matches the usual level of agreement.

How should results be interpreted?

Scores summarize patterns related to honesty and willingness to be emotionally vulnerable. Results indicate areas to explore and do not provide a diagnosis.

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The Authenticity in Relationships Scale, AIRS Test

Authenticity in Relationships Scale (AIRS) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This brief self-report measure evaluates perceived authenticity and openness within romantic relationships. The Authenticity in Relationships Scale (AIRS) assesses tendencies toward honesty versus deception and willingness to engage in emotionally vulnerable communication with a partner.

Developed by Michael W. Kernis and Brian M. Goldman, it consists of 10 items and typically requires about 2 minutes to complete. Scores from the Authenticity in Relationships Scale (AIRS) may be used in clinical or research settings to characterize relational communication patterns and identify potential barriers to intimacy, while remaining interpretive and context-dependent.

Author: Brian M. Goldman, Michael W. Kernis

Literature: Kernis, M. H., & Goldman, B. M. Assessing authenticity via the authenticity inventory. In A. T. Wood & P. A. Linley (Eds.), Authenticity in the workplace and beyond. Wiley. 2008.; Lopez, F. G., & Rice, K. G. Preliminary development and validation of a measure of relationship authenticity. Journal of Counseling Psychology. 2006.; Wood, A. M., Linley, P. A., Maltby, J., Baliousis, M., & Joseph, S. The authentic personality: A theoretical and empirical conceptualization and the development of the authenticity scale. Journal of Counseling Psychology. 2008.

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