Thank you for your interest in our survey research. Your time and interest are very much appreciated.
What is the purpose of these surveys?
We use the information and ideas we gather from these surveys in our work with stepfamilies. We are especially interested in the ideas and strategies you have developed that have proven to be helpful in your particular situation.
Are these surveys confidential?
Yes. There is no need to provide your name or email address. However, if you choose to supply them, we will email you a summary of our findings as soon as the results are compiled.
Can I get the results even if I don't supply my email address?
Yes. When we have completed analyzing the results of each survey, we will publish a summary that you can locate at www.stepfamily.ca , the Stepfamily Foundation of Alberta homepage.
How much of my time will it take?
On average, each of our surveys takes about five minutes to complete. You are encouraged to complete as many of them as you wish; and to invite others to complete the surveys as well.
What areas do the surveys address?
At present, we are conducting four surveys:
and three test norming studies:
1) The Stepfamily Stress Inventory (SSI),
2) Problem List, and
If you wish to participate, click on to the topic(s) of interest (immediately above) to travel to the survey/test site. (You can also locate them in the menu on the left under Research.)
What's in it for me?
As a token of our appreciation for your time and effort, you will be able to claim a gift for each survey/test you complete.
If you are not interested in participating at this time, we would like to thank you for visiting the Stepfamily Foundation of Alberta site, and invite you to back to complete them at another time, or to see the results as soon as they are available.