The National SOM Survey 2015
Data details
| Year: | 2015 |
| Scope: | National |
| Countries: | Sweden |
| Methodology: | Empirical research – Quantitative |
| Methods of data collection: | Survey |
| Researched Groups: | Other |
| Other Researched Group: | Individuals aged 16-85 years and residing in Sweden. |
| Children Ages: | Other |
| Other Childrens Age Group: | 16-18 years old |
| Funder Types: | Other |
| Other Funder Type: | In the first place, collaboration among researchers from all across the country, as well as public organizations and Swedish authorities. |
| Informed Consent: | No consent needed |
| Ethics: | Ethical considerations not mentioned |
| URL: | https://www.gu.se/en/som-institute/the-som-surveys |
| Data Set Availability: | Data set in online repository |
| Data Set Link: | https://snd.gu.se/en/catalogue/study/snd1018#dataset |
| How to obtain the data: | Account required: yes. Way of acquisition: upon demand via an online application form. Personal information needed to be provided: full name, credentials, contact, intent for the data. Restrictions: none. Notes: none. |
Goals
In order to identify how the evolution of society affects Swedes’ attitudes and behaviour, the SOM Institute started its National SOM study in 1986. National SOM addresses three areas - society, opinion and mass media - and consists of several parallel surveys. All surveys include a large number of questions related to politics, society, media and social background, but their areas of focus differ. In 2015, the following questionnaires are distributed: Questionnaire 1 focusing on society and politics; Questionnaire 2 focusing on news and media; Questionnaire 3 focusing on life style and health; Questionnaire 4 focusing on economy and welfare. Questionnaire 5 is shorter than the other. The main purpose is to establish time series that enable researchers to analyse how various changes in society affect people's attitudes and behaviour.