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Wellbeing Assessment

We can all expect to feel under the weather sometimes, perhaps pick up a cold or sore throat.

But when it comes to the way we feel emotionally, it can be hard to recognise or admit that we’re not feeling good. This wellbeing assessment uses the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS) to measure wellbeing. Good mental wellbeing is about feeling good and functioning well. You may find that your mood goes both up and down so use this tool to monitor it over time. However, this is not intended to replace a consultation with a GP if you are struggling. 

Question 1 of 14

I’ve been feeling optimistic about the future

Question 2 of 14

I've been feeling useful

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I've been feeling relaxed

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I've been feeling interested in other people

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I've had energy to spare

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I've been dealing with problems well

Question 7 of 14

I've been thinking clearly

Question 8 of 14

I've been feeling good about myself

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I've been feeling close to other people

Question 10 of 14

I've been feeling confident

Question 11 of 14

I’ve been able to make up my own mind about things

Question 12 of 14

I've been feeling loved

Question 13 of 14

I’ve been interested in new things

Question 14 of 14

I’ve been feeling cheerful

You've completed the wellbeing assessment.

Find out your score and the ways you could improve your mental wellbeing.

Your wellbeing score is very low.

Most people have a score between 41 and 59.

If you are feeling low for a prolonged period and you are concerned about your mental health, making an appointment with your GP is a good place to start. We can help you prepare for your visit.

You can still improve your mental well-being by taking action. There are five evidence-based steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing. They are:

  • Connect
  • Be Active
  • Take Notice
  • Learn
  • Give

Five Ways to Better Mental Health

Your wellbeing score is average.

Most people have a score between 41 and 59.

You can still improve your mental well-being by taking action today.

There are five evidence-based steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing. They are:

  • Connect
  • Be Active
  • Take Notice
  • Learn
  • Give

Five Ways to Better Mental Health

Good news, your wellbeing score is above average.

Most people have a score between 41 and 59. You can maintain your mental well-being by taking action today.

There are five evidence-based steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing. They are:

  • Connect
  • Be Active
  • Take Notice
  • Learn
  • Give

Five Ways to Better Mental Health

The WEMWBS questionnaire for measuring mental well-being was developed by researchers at Warwick and Edinburgh Universities (see Tennant R, Hiller L, Fishwick R, Platt P, Joseph S, Weich S, Parkinson J, Secker J, Stewart-Brown S (2007) The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS): development and UK validation, Health and Quality of Life Outcome; 5:63 doi:101186/1477-7252-5-63).

The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale was funded by the Scottish Executive National Programme for improving mental health and well-being, commissioned by NHS Health Scotland, developed by the University of Warwick and the University of Edinburgh, and is jointly owned by NHS Health Scotland, the University of Warwick and the University of Edinburgh.

The WEMWBS is subject to copyright. We are grateful that we have received permission to use and make available the WEMWBS. For more information visit WEMWBS.