Every individual has their own sexual preferences, interests, and feelings, and these cannot be fully measured with just a tool. Understanding the sexual fantasies and desires of individuals can be challenging, so experts are continuously studying the psychological and biological patterns related to sexual orientation.
Alfred Kinsey was an American sexologist who proposed the concept of heterosexuality and homosexuality this led to the development of the Kinsey scale which is also known as the heterosexual and homosexual rating scale. The purpose of the scale was to measure the homosexual and heterosexual behavior of the individual.
We can say that Alfred Kinsey contributed a lot of things to the research. Still, many experts believe that sexual orientation is not just about how exclusively heterosexual or homosexual you are. Still, there are other sexual orientations that need to be addressed such as bisexual and asexual.
Deenz Sexual Orientation Scale (DSOS-20) is a modern tool created in 2022 to help people understand their sexual orientation. Unlike older methods, like the Kinsey Scale, which focused mostly on sexual behavior, the DSOS-12 takes a broader approach. It looks at three key areas: attraction, behavior, and identity.
What makes the DSOS-20 special is that it understands sexual orientation can be fluid. People’s feelings and experiences can change over time, and this scale allows for that flexibility. It’s also easy to use—just 20 questions that you answer about yourself.
The DSOS-20 is helpful for researchers studying love and relationships, therapists supporting their clients, and anyone who wants to better understand their own feelings. It’s a tool that celebrates diversity and reminds us that there’s no “right” or “wrong” way to love—it’s all about being true to yourself.