ResponseID
StartDate
EndDate
Country List - where they live
What year were you born?
Are you male or female?
What is your sexual orientation?
Most recent relationship status
Longest amount of time spent in a committed romantic relationship
Highest level of education completed (Note: completed is not what you are currently enrolled in)
What is your current occupation (if you have more than one, please give your main job)?
Employment: Are you currently...
Current income (UK pounds sterling or US dollars)
Could you please indicate where you heard about this survey:
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-understanding terms/words relating to Internet hardware
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-understanding terms/words relating to Internet software
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-describing functions of Internet hardware
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-trouble shooting Internet problems
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-explaining why a task will not run on the Internet
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-using the Internet to gather data
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-confident learning advanced skills within a specific Internet program
The following questions relate to your use of the Internet. Please use the scale next to each item t...-turning to an on-line discussion group when help is needed
How many hours do you typically use the Internet each week?
Have you ever used an online dating site? (e.g., match.com, parship, eharmony etc.)
How long ago did you first use an online dating site?
Are you currently looking for:
Are you currently using an online dating site?
How would you rate online dating as an option in the future to find a romantic partner ?
When using an online dating site, have you ever come across a profile on that site that you believe was a scammer
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-I contacted them once on the dating site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-They contacted me once on the dating site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-In communication with more than once on the site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Email correspondence outside of the site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Instant messenger (text only) contact outside of the site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Instant messenger (e.g., Skype) (voice/text only) contact outside of the site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Instant messenger (e.g., Skype) (including live webcam) contact outside of the site
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Phone communication
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-Postal mail communication
Do you believe you have ever been in communication with an online romance scammer? (please select al...-They sent me gifts
Do you think you were ever taken in by someone who you later thought was a romance scammer?
If yes, at what point did you realise you were scammed?
Were you ever suspicious of their photograph?
Were you ever suspicious of the way they communicated?
Was anyone else involved besides the actual scammer (e.g., intermediary person)?
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-No-one, I was not suspicious
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-No-one, even though I was suspicious
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-A friend
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-A family member
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-A colleague
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-The online dating site
If you were ever suspicious did you report your suspicion to anyone? (please select all options that...-Authorities
If you lost money to the scammer, how much money did you lose?
Did you find yourself in trouble with the law (e.g. accused of money laundering)?
To what extent were you emotionally affected by the experience of being scammed?-Emotionally affected...
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...-1. How often do you feel that you are "in tune" with the people around you?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 2. How often do you feel that you lack companionship?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 3. How often do you feel that there is no one you can turn to?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 4. How often do you feel alone?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 5. How often do you feel part of a group of friends?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 6. How often do you feel that you have a lot in common with the people around you?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 7. How often do you feel that you are no longer close to anyone?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 8. How often do you feel that your interests and ideas are not shared by those around you?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 9. How often do you feel outgoing and friendly?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 10. How often do you feel close to people?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 11. How often do you feel left out?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 12. How often do you feel that your relationships with others are not meaningful?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 13. How often do you feel that no one really knows you well?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 14. How often do you feel isolated from others?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 15. How often do you feel you can find companionship when you want it?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 16. How often do you feel that there are people who really understand you?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 17. How often do you feel shy?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 18. How often do you feel that people are around you but not with you?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...- 19. How often do you feel that there are people you can talk to?
The following statements describe how people sometimes feel. For each statement, please indicate how...-20. How often do you feel that there are people you can turn to?
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-1. Tend to vote for conservative political candidates.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-2. Have frequent mood swings.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-3. Am not easily bothered by things.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-4. Believe in the importance of art.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-5. Am the life of the party.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-6. Am skilled in handling social situations.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-7. Am always prepared.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-8. Make plans and stick to them.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-9. Dislike myself.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-10. Respect others.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-11. Insult people.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-12. Seldom feel blue.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-13. Don't like to draw attention to myself.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-14. Carry out my plans.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-15. Am not interested in abstract ideas.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-16. Make friends easily.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-17. Tend to vote for liberal political candidates.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-18. Know how to captivate people.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-19. Believe that others have good intentions.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-20. Do just enough work to get by.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-21. Find it difficult to get down to work.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-22. Panic easily.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-23. Avoid philosophical discussions.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-24. Accept people as they are.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-25. Do not enjoy going to art museums.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-26. Pay attention to details.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-27. Keep in the background.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-28. Feel comfortable with myself.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-29. Waste my time.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-30. Get back at others.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-31. Get chores done right away.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-32. Don't talk a lot.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-33. Am often down in the dumps.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-34. Shirk my duties.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-35. Do not like art.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-36. Often feel blue.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-37. Cut others to pieces.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-38. Have a good word for everyone.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-39. Don't see things through.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-40. Feel comfortable around people.
Printed on this page, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale b...-41. Have little to say.
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I need to know someone for a period of time before I fall in love with him or her
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-If I were in love with someone, I would commit myself to him or her even if my parents and friends disapproved of the relationship
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-Once I experience 'true love' I could never experience it again to the same degree, with another person
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I believe that to be truly in love is to be in love forever
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-If I love someone, I know I can make the relationship work, despite any obstacles
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-When I find my 'true love' I will probably know it soon after we meet
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I'm sure that every new thing I learn about the person I choose for a long-term commitment will please me
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-The relationship that I have with my 'true love' will be nearly perfect
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-If I love someone, I will find a way for us to be together regardless of the opposition to the relationship, physical distance between us or any other barrier
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-There will only be one real love for me
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-If a relationship I have was meant to be, any obstacle (e.g. lack of money, distance, career conflicts) can be overcome
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I am likely to fall in love almost immediately if I find the right person
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I predict that in my relationship, romantic love will really last; it won't fade with time
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-The person I love will make a perfect romantic partner, for example he or she will be completely loving, understanding and accepting
Please describe your own beliefs about romantic love by indicating the extent to which you agree or...-I believe that if another person and I love each other, we can overcome any problems and differences that may arise.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-1. I would like to explore strange places.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-2. I get restless when I spend too much time at home.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-3. I like to do frightening things.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-4. I like wild parties.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-5. I would like to take off on a trip with no pre-planned routes or timetables.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-6. I prefer friends who are excitingly unpredictable.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-7. I would like to try bungee jumping.
Please read the statements below. For each one, please indicate the extent to which you agree with i...-8. I would love to have new and exciting experiences, even if they are illegal.
We want to follow up some respondents to find out more details about their experiences. If you have...
Sample
Total internet self-efficacy score
Loneliness scale score
Sensation Seeking scale score
Love Finds a Way score
One and Only score
Idealisation score
Love at First Sight score
Total Romantic Beliefs score
WWWFFI Extraversion
WWWFFI Openness
WWWFFI Neuroticism
WWWFFI Conscientiousness
WWWFFI Agreeableness
Ever been fooled by a scammer, irrespective of whether money lost or they realised themselves
age in years
class of victim