Page 1 of 2

Survey: Identity and Adaptation among Immigrants in Ireland

This survey is part of a Master's thesis research project on the dynamics of immigrant identity in Ireland. Completing it takes about 12–15 minutes. Responses are anonymous and will be used only in aggregated, statistical form. Participation is voluntary, and you may stop at any time.

Are you an adult?

Yes

Which of the following applies to you?

I live in Ireland but was not born there

I live in Ireland and was born there

I do not live in Ireland

Your age

Your gender

Male

Female

Other

Prefer not to say

Country of origin

Native language

Length of residence in Ireland (years)

Reason for migration

Do you have children living with you in Ireland?

Yes

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I have found it difficult to adapt to the social norms and habits accepted in Ireland.
I feel tense communicating in a language that is not my native one.
I have experienced difficulties related to economic/financial pressure in Ireland.
I sometimes find it difficult to understand how Irish institutions/systems (e.g., healthcare, education, bureaucracy) work.
I feel lonely or isolated in my daily life in Ireland.
Cultural differences between my environment of origin and Ireland create inner tension for me.

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
Overall, I rate my physical health as good.
I have enough energy for daily life.
Because of how I feel physically, I sometimes cannot cope with everyday demands.

Do you agree with the following statements about healthcare in Ireland:

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I trust the quality of the Irish healthcare system.
I feel comfortable explaining my health issues to a doctor in Ireland (in terms of language/understanding).
I feel confident navigating the Irish healthcare system (appointments, referrals, insurance, etc.).

Since moving to Ireland, have you travelled to your country of origin to receive healthcare services (doctor, dentist, specialist, etc.)?

Yes, regularly

Yes, a few times

No, but I have considered it

No, and I have not considered it

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I manage my emotions well even in stressful situations.
I find it easy to adjust my thinking or behaviour to new circumstances.
Living in Ireland, I feel an elevated level of stress or anxiety.

How many languages did you already speak fluently before moving to Ireland?

Only my native language

Native language + 1 other language

Native language + 2 or more other languages

If you spoke more than one language, how was it mainly acquired?

Within the family/at home (naturally, since childhood)

At school/formal education

Due to historical/political circumstances (e.g., state language policy, regional environment)

By personal choice/interest (as an adult)

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
My most important values have remained the same since moving to Ireland.
I often notice differences between my core values and the values of Irish society.
My faith, values, or sense of belonging help me feel strong during difficult times in Ireland.
I feel culturally "in place" (comfortable) in my daily interactions with Irish society.

How would you describe your religious or worldview affiliation?

Has your religious/worldview conviction changed since moving to Ireland?

No, it has stayed the same

Yes, it has become stronger

Yes, it has become weaker

Yes, it has changed toward a different direction/denomination

How important is it for you to preserve your culture of origin in the following areas?

	Not important at all	Slightly important	Moderately important	Fairly important	Very important
Food and eating habits
Holidays and traditions
Interest in social/political processes in the country of origin
Communication with compatriots from the country of origin

How important is it for you to adopt Irish culture in the following areas?

	Not important at all	Slightly important	Moderately important	Fairly important	Very important
Food and eating habits
Holidays and traditions
Interest in social/political processes in Irish society
Communication with local Irish residents

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I find it easy to adapt when I'm with people from a different culture.
I readily notice when a situation calls for different behaviour than what I'm used to.
I feel comfortable interacting with people from a different cultural background.
I find it easy to change my communication style depending on who I'm talking to.

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
Deciding to move to Ireland was easy for me.
I am confident that I can influence my situation and future in Ireland.
Even in difficult circumstances, I am confident that I have a choice in how I respond.

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I still feel closely connected to my country and culture of origin.
I regularly keep in contact with family or friends in my country of origin.
If I returned for a longer period, I would feel "at home" in my country of origin.
My ties to my environment of origin give me a sense of stability.

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
I feel a sense of belonging to the local community in Ireland.
I feel confident navigating everyday life in Ireland (work, services, social environment).
I have formed meaningful relationships (friends, colleagues, community) in Ireland.
Overall, I consider my life in Ireland to be successful.

Which language do you mainly use in the following everyday situations in Ireland?

	English	My native or another community language (e.g., Russian, Portuguese, etc.)	Mixed, depending on the situation
At work
Shopping or everyday services (shop, bank, pharmacy, etc.)
Communicating with neighbours or the local community
Free time/with friends

How often have you needed an interpreter or another person's help communicating in the following situations?

	Never	Rarely	Sometimes	Often	Always or almost always
At the doctor's or other healthcare services
Communicating with a landlord or on housing matters
In court or legal institutions
At social welfare institutions (Social Welfare, Intreo, etc.)

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
Digital communication (social media, video calls, messaging) helps me maintain connections with people who matter to me, regardless of their location.
Online communities or platforms give me a sense of belonging.
Digital tools (e-government, online services) make my daily life easier, both in relation to my country of origin and to Ireland.

In what ways is the digital environment important in your daily life? (select all that apply)

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
Prolonged use of screens/devices causes me physical complaints (tired eyes, headaches, sleep disturbances).
Seeing other people's lives on social media diminishes my self-esteem.
In the digital environment, I sometimes encounter content that conflicts with my moral or ethical standards.

Do you agree with the following statements?

	Strongly disagree	Somewhat disagree	Somewhat agree	Strongly agree	Don't know
An unpleasant message or comment online can ruin my mood for several hours.
I find it hard to stop using the digital environment even when I know I should be doing something else (e.g., going to sleep).
After spending a long time online, I feel emotionally drained rather than rested.
I have found it difficult or time-consuming to understand how to use institutions' (e.g., healthcare, tax, social welfare) digital systems or apps.
Overall, I can control well how much time and attention I devote to the digital environment.

Please rate how much the digital environment (social media, news, communication) affects the following areas of your life — the effect can be either positive or negative:

	Not affected at all	Slightly affected	Moderately affected	Fairly affected	Very strongly affected
Relationship with family
Relationship with friends
Parenting / time with children
Work / concentration
Sleep / rest
Quality of leisure time / entertainment

Survey: Identity and Adaptation among Immigrants in Ireland

Are you an adult?

Which of the following applies to you?

Your age

Your gender

Country of origin

Native language

Length of residence in Ireland (years)

Reason for migration

Do you have children living with you in Ireland?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements about healthcare in Ireland:

Since moving to Ireland, have you travelled to your country of origin to receive healthcare services (doctor, dentist, specialist, etc.)?

Do you agree with the following statements?

How many languages did you already speak fluently before moving to Ireland?

If you spoke more than one language, how was it mainly acquired?

Do you agree with the following statements?

How would you describe your religious or worldview affiliation?

Has your religious/worldview conviction changed since moving to Ireland?

How important is it for you to preserve your culture of origin in the following areas?

How important is it for you to adopt Irish culture in the following areas?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Which language do you mainly use in the following everyday situations in Ireland?

How often have you needed an interpreter or another person's help communicating in the following situations?

Do you agree with the following statements?

In what ways is the digital environment important in your daily life? (select all that apply)

Do you agree with the following statements?

Do you agree with the following statements?

Please rate how much the digital environment (social media, news, communication) affects the following areas of your life — the effect can be either positive or negative:

If you wish, briefly explain whether this effect has generally been more positive or negative, and why.