WEMWBS

WEMWBS is an acronym that stands for the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale. It is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure a broad range of mental well-being. Developed through a collaboration between the University of Warwick and the University of Edinburgh, WEMWBS is a positive and comprehensive measure, focusing on aspects of well-being rather than just the absence of distress.

The scale consists of 14 items, each rated on a five-point Likert scale from "None of the time" to "All of the time." These items cover various dimensions of mental well-being, including positive affect, satisfying relationships, and a sense of purpose. The total score provides a continuous measure of an individual's overall mental well-being. WEMWBS has been widely adopted in research and public health settings due to its psychometric properties, including good reliability and validity. It is available in multiple languages and is considered a valuable tool for assessing and monitoring mental well-being across different populations. Its straightforward administration and interpretation make it accessible for various research and clinical applications.