IJRSS Volume 3, Issue 4 ISSN: 2249-2496
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57
November
2013
Defining and Measuring Estrangement
Richard P. Conti*
Kean University*
William J. Ryan
Abstract
The term estrangement has been used in both the scientific and popular literature to describe a
variety of behaviors. The paper reviews the various definitions and contexts in which the term
estrangement is used, and instruments designed to measure the various constructs. An attempt is
made to arrive at a behavioral/operational definition suitable for studying the phenomena.
Keywords: estrangement, alienation, relationships
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy Institute