Well-being
Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS)
A 5-item measure of overall life satisfaction.
About this test
The SWLS assesses your global judgment of how satisfied you are with your life as a whole, rather than any single area.
What your score means
| Score | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| 5–9 | Extremely dissatisfied |
| 10–14 | Dissatisfied |
| 15–19 | Slightly below average |
| 20 | Neutral |
| 21–25 | Slightly satisfied |
| 26–30 | Satisfied |
| 31–35 | Extremely satisfied |
Frequently asked questions
What does the SWLS measure?
Your overall satisfaction with life as a whole, not any single area such as work or health.
Is the SWLS free?
Yes, it is free to use with the authors credited.
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Source: Diener, Emmons, Larsen & Griffin (1985). Free to use with attribution.