WHO5WellBeingIndex

The WHO5WellBeingIndex is a short, self-report questionnaire designed to measure a person's psychological well-being. It consists of five simple questions that ask about the frequency of positive feelings experienced over the past two weeks. The questions cover topics such as feeling cheerful and in good spirits, feeling calm and relaxed, and feeling active and energetic. Respondents rate their experience on a scale from 0 (at no time) to 5 (all of the time).

Developed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the WHO5 is widely used in clinical settings, research, and public health surveys. Its brevity makes it practical for widespread administration. The total score ranges from 0 to 25, with higher scores indicating better well-being. A common threshold for satisfactory well-being is a score of 13 or above. The index has been translated into numerous languages and validated across diverse populations, demonstrating good reliability and validity. It serves as a useful screening tool to identify individuals who may be experiencing low well-being and require further assessment or support. The WHO5 is not intended to diagnose specific mental health conditions but rather to provide a general indication of an individual's subjective sense of well-being.