Subjective Ostracism Scale Test
How the Scales are Structured
Who Usually Takes This Test?
See How You Compare
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Example Questions From the Test
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Subjective Ostracism Scale Test - Symptoms and Signs
This self-report measure assesses perceived experiences of being ignored, excluded, or rejected in one’s social environment. The Subjective Ostracism Scale provides a brief snapshot of subjective ostracism-related feelings and appraisals, which can inform clinical or educational screening and case conceptualization.
The instrument contains 14 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. It is commonly attributed to Kipling D. Williams and Naomi I. Eisenberger. Scores are generally interpreted as reflecting the respondent’s perceived degree of social disconnection across core facets of ostracism; results should be considered in conjunction with developmental, cultural, and contextual factors and not used as a standalone diagnostic indicator.
In practice, the Subjective Ostracism Scale may be used to monitor changes over time or to support discussions about interpersonal functioning, peer relationships, and group belonging.