1-2. National identity is stable. Holistic interpretation of history, culture and language are formed; there is a clear understanding of differences from other nations. There is no internal conflict on the issue of national identity. There is no external influence on the formation of identity.
3-4. National identity is stable enough. Differences in the interpretation of history, culture, language and resemblance to neighbors are minor and resemble academic debate. Internal conflict on the issue of national identity is limited to discussions in cultural and intellectual spheres. External influence on identity formation is minor.
5-6. National identity is unstable. Competitive interpretation of history, culture and language are formed; there is no clear understanding of differences from other nations. Internal conflict on the issue of national identity has a political character. There is a notable external influence on the formation identity.
7-8. Critical state of national identity. Competitive interpretation of history, culture and language are in conflict and incompatible. The internal conflict on the issue of national identity has a sharp political form. The question of national identity is the main factor of political division and confrontation. External influence is one of the most important factors in identity formation.
9-10. The collapse of national identity. Individuals prefer to latch on to national identities of neighbouring countries and denigrate competitive interpretations of history, culture, and language. There is acute internal conflict on the issue of national identity with clear tendencies towards separatism. External factors play a defining role in defining national identity formation.