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Research Instrument
Social // MOS-SOCIAL Open Access

MOS Social Support Survey

19-item scale measuring perceived availability of emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction support.

Estimated Time
~8 mins
Instrument Scale
19 Items
Administration
Self-Administered
Scoring Engine
Automated Real-Time

Scale Overview & Construct

19-item scale measuring perceived availability of emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction support.

19-Item Scale Likert Self-Report Dimensional Breakdown Server-Side Validated

Purpose & Measurement Objectives

19-item scale measuring perceived availability of emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction support. Based on your answers to its 19 items, you'll get a breakdown across its 4 component areas as well as an overall picture, showing where the pattern is strongest for you. Taking it helps you understand how you tend to think or feel in this social context, compared to assuming it.

Instrument Specifications

Target Population
Teachers, Educators & Faculty
Administration Format
Self-Administered
Intended Domain / Purpose
Research & Empirical Study
Recommended Age Bracket
Adults (18+ yrs)
Duration & Pacing
8 Minutes (Self-Paced)
Access License
Open Creative Commons

Scientific Documentation & Psychometric Rigor

Developer / Author
Sherbourne, C. D., & Stewart, A. L.
Development Year
1991
Theoretical Construct & Framework Measures perceived availability of four functional types of social support: emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction.

Internal Consistency & Reliability

Original validation study reported high internal consistency across all subscales.

Construct & Criterion Validity

Developed as part of the Medical Outcomes Study; widely used and validated in health-related social-support research since.

Academic Citations

Sherbourne, C. D., & Stewart, A. L. (1991). The MOS social support survey. Social Science & Medicine, 32(6), 705-714.

Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance

When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:

License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Sherbourne & Stewart (1991), Social Science & Medicine, 32(6), 705-714.

Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use

Construct Boundaries & Interpretive Limitations

Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. The original instrument's first, structural item (asking for a numeric count of close friends/relatives) is not included, since this platform's question format is option-based, not free numeric entry. This specific digital implementation has not been independently validated by PsiQ.

License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Sherbourne & Stewart (1991), Social Science & Medicine, 32(6), 705-714.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOS Social Support Survey?

19-item scale measuring perceived availability of emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction support.

How long does the MOS Social Support Survey take?

It takes about 8 minutes to answer all 19 questions. You can go at your own pace.

Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?

Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.

Can this test diagnose a condition?

No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.

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Identifier MOS-SOCIAL
Category Social
Scale Standard 19 Items
License Status CC BY 4.0 Open Scale
PsiQ Psychometric ID #123
MOS Social Support Survey
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