Researchers created and tested a new 10-item scale to measure social isolation in India. Social isolation means being cut off from others and avoiding social activities, which can lead to anxiety and sadness. This new tool helps organizations understand and support employees who feel disconnected from their community.
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Developed and validated a 10-item social isolation measurement scale
Social isolation differs from loneliness and includes both emotional and social disconnection
Tested with 128 individuals in India using statistical analysis methods
Found strong connections between extraversion, well-being, and social isolation levels
Organizations can use this tool to identify and support socially isolated employees
Fills an important research gap in measuring social isolation in non-Western contexts
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