Internalized Homophobia Test (IHP-R)
Assessing internalized sexual stigma among sexual minority adults
Have you ever felt negatively about yourself because of your sexual orientation? The IHP-R measures internalized negative beliefs about being LGBQ+. 5 items, about 3 minutes.
What Is Internalized Sexual Stigma?
Internalized sexual stigma (also known as internalized homophobia) refers to the acceptance and incorporation of negative societal attitudes about one's own sexual orientation. Herek, Gillis & Cogan (2009) developed the 5-item IHP-R to measure this among sexual minority adults.
Scoring
All 5 items are scored on a 5-point Likert scale (1=Strongly Disagree → 5=Strongly Agree). Total scores range from 5 to 25, with higher scores indicating greater internalized sexual stigma.
Interpretation
- 5-7: Minimal internalized stigma
- 8-13: Low internalized stigma
- 14-19: Moderate internalized stigma
- 20-25: High internalized stigma
References
Herek, G. M., Gillis, J. R., & Cogan, J. C. (2009). Internalized stigma among sexual minority adults: Insights from a social psychological perspective. *Journal of Counseling Psychology*, 56(1), 32-43.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 5 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed on screen. No account or login needed.