Analysis

The research conducted with Nettler’s questionnaire on alienation aims to understand the feelings of alienation that individuals may experience in their daily lives. Alienation, as defined by Nettler, refers to a person’s sense of being detached from society, from other people, or even from oneself. The questionnaire includes questions that assess various dimensions of alienation, such as the feeling of powerlessness, loneliness, inability to influence social or political life, and the sense of emptiness. Through participants’ responses, it is possible to analyze the reasons and factors that contribute to these feelings. The results of the research can be used to develop strategies and interventions aimed at reducing alienation and improving social integration and mental health.

Objective

The objective of this questionnaire is to investigate and understand the levels and causes of alienation experienced by individuals in society. By systematically collecting and analyzing data from participants’ responses, the research seeks to identify specific patterns and trends associated with the sense of isolation and detachment from society, from others, or from oneself. The findings of the questionnaire are intended to inform policymakers and social organizations in order to develop effective strategies and interventions to combat alienation and to improve social cohesion and the mental health of citizens.

Scoring

The NA-17 questionnaire consists of 17 items, which are rated as follows:
(Agree), (Yes), (Agree)

References

Nettler, G. (1957). A measure of alienation. American Sociological Review, 22, 670–677.
Bonjean, C. et al. (1967). Sociological Measurement. San Francisco: Chandler.
Robinson, John P., & Shaver, Phillip R. (1969). Measures of Political Attitudes. Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan.