Brief Description
The Flourishing Scale, developed by Diener and colleagues, is a brief measure designed to assess an individual's overall psychological well-being or "flourishing." It consists of 8 statements that capture important aspects of human functioning, such as positive relationships, self-esteem, purpose in life, and engagement with activities. Respondents rate their agreement with each statement on a scale from 1 (“Strongly disagree”) to 7 (“Strongly agree”). The total score reflects the extent to which a person feels they are thriving across various dimensions of life. Higher scores indicate a stronger sense of well-being and flourishing. The scale is widely used in research and clinical settings to understand subjective well-being, going beyond mere happiness to explore deeper aspects of positive psychological functioning. It offers a holistic view of an individual’s mental and emotional health, making it a valuable tool in assessing life satisfaction and personal development.
Assessment Administration Type
Self-report
Number of questions
8
Age Range for Administration
11+
Recommended Frequency of Administration
Monthly
Summary of Scoring and Interpretations
The FS contains 8 items that are scored on a 7-point Likert scale from 1 (“Strongly disagree”) to 7 (“Strongly agree”). A total score is calculated by summing the item responses. Higher scores are indicative of a greater sense of flourishing. However, there are no evidence-based cut-off scores for the FS.
Blueprint Adjustments
N/A
Clinical Considerations
Estimated completion time: 2-4 minutes
Clinicians should consider that cultural, social, and personal factors influence how clients interpret and respond to the FS.
While the scale provides a positive assessment of well-being, it does not directly assess psychological distress (e.g., anxiety, depression). Low scores, however, may indicate an individual is struggling and could likely benefit from further evaluation.
The scale can be used to track changes in well-being over time, making it a valuable tool for monitoring therapeutic progress. It is recommended that the FS is not administered more frequently than once a month.
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