Abstract

With this study, we aimed to determine the cultural appropriateness of the DIAMONDS model as a situational taxonomy within the South Korean cultural context. Using a sample from the local population, we conducted a validation of the Riverside Situational Q-Sort-8 (RSQ-8), designed for measuring the DIAMONDS model (consisting of duty, intellect, adversity, mating, pOsitivity, negativity, deception, and sociality). The study included 445 male and female adult participants aged 25 to 39. We gathered data through two distinct methods, each subjected to separate scale validation processes. The confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) indicated an acceptable model fit. We established convergent and criterion validity through correlations with the Situation Six Questionnaires and the NEO Adult Personality Assessment System Short Form (NEO-Adult-PAS-SF). Additionally, we did not observe any differences in factor structure between the two data collection methods. Our results support the applicability of the DIAMONDS model as a situational taxonomy within the South Korean cultural context. Finally, we considered the study’s significance and limitations.