Psychological Well-being Assessment PWBfree self-assessment

About this assessment

Ryff's Psychological Well-Being Scale was introduced by psychologist Carol Ryff in 1989. It takes a different view of 'well-being' from the everyday idea of simply feeling happy. Well-being also includes knowing the kind of person you want to become, continuing to grow, having genuine relationships, being able to manage the demands of life, and accepting yourself. In other words, someone can be unhappy today and still have direction, meaningful relationships, and a sense of growth. Conversely, an easy or pleasant day-to-day life does not necessarily feel deeply fulfilling. This questionnaire looks at the parts of life that sit underneath momentary mood and support longer-term psychological well-being.

What does it look at?

The questionnaire covers six dimensions. Autonomy is the ability to make decisions according to your own standards. Environmental mastery is the ability to manage life's demands and use opportunities around you. Personal growth is the sense that you are still developing and changing. Positive relations are warm and mutually trusting relationships. Purpose in life is a sense of direction and meaning. Self-acceptance is the ability to accept both your present and past self, including imperfections. Each dimension is scored separately and there is no official single total score.

This assessment may suit you if...

• Nothing seems seriously wrong with your life, but you have started wondering whether you are actually living well.
• You want to see which parts of your current life support you most strongly and which parts have had little attention for a long time.
• You are at a turning point in life and have started thinking seriously about how you want the next stage to look.