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Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24)

Normative and Psychometric Statistics
ROBUST N=2732 α=0.785 117Countries
Abstract

Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24) normative dataset currently contains 2732 participant records collected between Jun 5, 2026 and Sep 3, 2026 .

This psychometric dataset currently includes 2732 anonymous participant responses collected through voluntary participation. The observed mean score was 59 with a standard deviation of 16.18, indicating moderate score variability within the sampled population. Internal consistency reliability analysis demonstrated acceptable reliability (Cronbach alpha = 0.785). Observed skewness (-0.11) and kurtosis (0.18) were examined as indicators of distribution quality. The score distribution appeared reasonably balanced and did not suggest substantial departures from normality.

2732
Participants
117
Countries
24
Scale Items
0.785
Reliability
Table 1
Dataset Overview
Assessment Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24)
Research Status Robust Dataset
Dataset Maturity 90 /100 — ROBUST
Participants 2732
Countries Represented 117
Items 24
Dimensions 4
Data Collection Period Jun 5, 2026 – Sep 3, 2026
Reliability α = 0.785
Note. The current Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24) dataset contains 2732 participant records collected from 117 countries. Dataset maturity reflects sample size, geographic diversity, and internal consistency reliability.
Table 2
Descriptive Statistics
Statistic Value
Mean Score 59%
Median Score 58
Standard Deviation 16.18
Variance 261.9
Standard Error 0.31
95% CI Lower 58.39
95% CI Upper 59.61
Minimum Score 0%
Maximum Score 100%
Observed Range 100
Note. M = 59, SD = 16.18, Median = 58. The 95% confidence interval ranged from 58.39 to 59.61.
Table 3
Sample Characteristics
Variable Summary
Participants N = 2732
Countries 117
Age Information Available
Gender Information Available
Note. Demographic information was collected voluntarily. Participant counts may vary across demographic categories when information was not reported.
Figure 1
Global Participation
Note. Participants were represented across 117 countries. The largest contribution originated from US (22.1% of available geographic records).
Table 4
Percentile Norms
Percentile Score Interpretation
10th 40% Very Low
25th 49% Below Average
50th 58% Average
75th 70% Above Average
90th 80% Elevated
Note. Percentile values provide preliminary normative benchmarks derived from the current Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24) sample.
Figure 2
Score Distribution
Note. Observed scores ranged from 0% to 100% (M = 59, SD = 16.18). Distribution characteristics included skewness (-0.11) and kurtosis (0.18). Distribution indices suggested no substantial departures from normality.
Table 5
Reliability Analysis
Metric Value
Cronbach Alpha 0.785
Reliability Classification Acceptable
Participants 2732
Items 24
Standard Error 0.31
Note. Internal consistency was estimated using Cronbach alpha. Reliability estimates are based on the current normative dataset and may change as additional responses are collected.
Item–Total Correlations
Item Item Quality r Rating Q18 0.45 Acceptable Q22 0.45 Acceptable Q23 0.44 Acceptable Q17 0.44 Acceptable Q16 0.41 Acceptable Q24 0.41 Acceptable Q12 0.37 Acceptable Q5 0.37 Acceptable Q6 0.36 Acceptable Q10 0.35 Acceptable Q4 0.34 Acceptable Q20 0.32 Acceptable Q21 0.3 Acceptable Q3 0.3 Weak Q9 0.29 Weak Q2 0.29 Weak Q19 0.28 Weak Q1 0.28 Weak Q8 0.27 Weak Q7 0.27 Weak Q14 0.24 Weak Q11 0.22 Weak Q13 0.17 Problematic Q15 0.09 Problematic
Item Analysis Interpretation

Item–total correlations were generally strong across the assessment, indicating that most items contribute effectively to the measurement of the underlying construct. The analysis identified11 itemsthat may benefit from future review.

Items Recommended for Future Review
  • Q1 (r = 0.28)
    I may enjoy intimidating others.
  • Q2 (r = 0.29)
    I can feel a need to put people in their place.
  • Q3 (r = 0.3)
    I sometimes enjoy having power over others.
  • Q7 (r = 0.27)
    I may use people to get what I want.
  • Q8 (r = 0.27)
    I can hide my intentions when it benefits me.
  • Q9 (r = 0.29)
    I sometimes influence others for personal gain.
  • Q11 (r = 0.22)
    I usually say what I truly mean.
  • Q13 (r = 0.17)
    Others' suffering may not affect me much.
  • Q14 (r = 0.24)
    I can be insensitive to other people's pain.
  • Q15 (r = 0.09)
    I may feel little guilt after hurting someone.
  • Q19 (r = 0.28)
    I may enjoy seeing people embarrassed.
The lowest item–total correlation was observed for Q15 ("I may feel little guilt after hurting someone."; r = 0.09), indicating comparatively weaker alignment with the overall construct.
Table 7
Dimension Norms
Dimension Mean SD N
Sadism 65.19% 20.59 2732
Aggression 58.97% 18.32 2732
Manipulation 56.74% 18.61 2732
Cruelty 55.33% 19.97 2732
Note. Dimension statistics summarize normative performance across the major constructs measured by Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24).
Figure 5
Dimension Profile
Note. The highest observed dimension was Sadism (65.2%), whereas the lowest observed dimension was Cruelty (55.3%). The observed difference between dimensions was 9.9 percentage points. Moderate variation was observed between dimensions.
Table 8
Dataset Growth Summary
Metric Value
Current Participants 2732
Countries 117
Collection Start Jun 5, 2026
Collection End Sep 3, 2026
Months Recorded 4
Note. Growth statistics summarize cumulative participation throughout the observed data collection period.
Normative Data Notice

A total of 2732 participant responses were available for this assessment. Dimension-level norms were calculated using 2732 valid response records. Approximately 0 response record(s) were excluded from dimension-level normative calculations due to incomplete response patterns.

Limitations

Normative statistics are derived from voluntary participation and may not represent all populations. Reliability estimates, percentile norms, and dimension statistics should be interpreted in the context of the current sample and may change as additional responses are collected.

Ethical Statement

All records included in this dataset were collected anonymously. No personally identifying information is stored. Data are intended for educational, psychometric, and research purposes.

Recommended Citation

Deenz Sadism Tendency Assessment Scale (DTAS-24). Research Dataset. Retrieved from https://drdeenz.com/sadism-test/statistics/

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