självskattningsenkät

Självskattningsenkät is a Swedish term that translates to self-assessment questionnaire or self-report questionnaire. It refers to a tool used to gather information directly from an individual about their own perceptions, feelings, behaviors, or experiences. These questionnaires are common in various fields, including psychology, education, healthcare, and human resources.

The core principle of a självskattningsenkät is that the respondent provides data based on their own subjective interpretation. This can range from rating their satisfaction with a service, assessing their own symptoms of a condition, or describing their work habits. The questions are typically designed to be clear and straightforward, often using rating scales (e.g., from 1 to 5), multiple-choice options, or open-ended questions for more detailed responses.

While self-assessment questionnaires offer a convenient and often cost-effective way to collect data, they are subject to potential biases. These can include social desirability bias, where respondents may answer in a way they believe is more acceptable to others, or recall bias, where memory inaccuracies affect the responses. The validity and reliability of the information obtained depend heavily on the quality of the questionnaire's design and the honesty and self-awareness of the respondent. Despite these limitations, självskattningsenkäter remain a valuable instrument for research and practical applications when used appropriately.