Cultural validation of situational DIAMONDS in South Korea

This study aimed to determine the cultural appropriateness of the DIAMONDS (Duty, Intellect, Adversity, Mating, pOsitivity, Negativity, Deception, and Sociality) model as a situational taxonomy within the South Korean cultural context. Using a sample from the local population, we validated the Riverside Situational Q-Sort-8 (RSQ-8), designed to measure the DIAMONDS model. The study included 445 adult male and female participants aged 25–39 years. We gathered the data using two distinct methods, each subjected to separate scale-validation processes. Confirmatory factor analysis indicated an acceptable model fit. We established convergent and criterion validity through correlations with the Situation Six Questionnaires and NEO Adult Personality Assessment System Short Form. We did not observe any differences in the factor structure between the two data collection methods. Our results support the applicability of the DIAMONDS model as a situational taxonomy in the South Korean cultural context. Finally, we considered the significance and limitations of this study.