Measuring particularized trust: A name generator approach

In the social sciences, trust scholars largely divide their interests between two streams of research: one on generalized and particularized trust. While recent developments in measurement have pushed literature forward, similar improvements to lagged behind. this article, I advance research by (1) developing an egocentric (EPT) instrument based a multiple name generator approach, (2) assessing EPT’s empirical performance across numerous psychometric tests. Results from general population quota sample ( N = 2041) indicate that EPT consists separate latent constructs, for personally known others (EPT-K) family members (EPT-F). Using traditional measures as benchmarks, find EPT-K EPT-F provide most valid reliable conclude discussing implications directions future research. • Uses approach measure (EPT). Confirms constructs: Suggests minimizing continued use favor EPT-F.