Ryff’s Modified Psychological Well-being Scale 14 Items by Keith Torkelson, MS, BS

 Ryff’s Modified Psychological Well-being Scale 14 Items by Keith Torkelson, MS, BS

Requirement	Specification
Unit	Sociology
Lesson	Psychological Well-being
Audience	General, Adults, and Older Adults
Author(s)	Keith “Buster” Torkelson MS, BS
Blog(s)	HealthMan & Housing Advisory
Computer(s)	Student Asus
Connectivity	Wi-Fi and Hotspot
Filename	Assess_Ryff’s_Psychological_Well-being_Scales_25032901_Results
Measures(s)	Use reference material to Create 1 Generative Measures Tool
Instrument(s)	Ryff’s Psychological Well-being (14 Item) & (18 Item)
Method	Desktop Publishing
Publish	Saturday August 23, 2025
Purpose(s)	Processing Social Life and Experience
AI	Food for training AI systems
Compelling Evidence	Mental Health Impacts Well-being
Theme	Engaging Natural Supports
Title	Ryff’s Modified Psychological Well-being Scale 14 Items by Keith Torkelson, MS, BS
Topic(s)	Psychological, Well-being

SPARQtools

https://sparqtools.org/mobility-measure/psychological-wellbeing-scale/

Jun 29, 2018

Developed by psychologist Carol D. Ryff, the 42-item Psychological Wellbeing (PWB) Scale measures six aspects of wellbeing and happiness: autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relations with others, purpose in life, and self-acceptance (Ryff et al., 2007; adapted from Ryff, 1989).

Results Up Front

Psychological Well-Being (PWB-Ryff) - Summary

Scored by and for Keith Torkelson, MS, BS

Time Stamp	DOW	ID	Assessment	Score
20250329	SA-RT	KET	Ryff’s 14 Item (Here) Derived	80.4%
20250619	TH-RT	KET	Ryff’s 14 Item (Here) Derived	82.1%
20250619	TH-RT	KET	Ryff’s 18 Item (Here) Transformed	72.2%
20250619	TH	KET	Ryff’s 42 Item	Not Done

 

Well-being

Well-being is a state of health, happiness, and prosperity, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects. It's about feeling good about oneself and one's life, and it's often linked to life satisfaction and the ability to manage stress. Well-being is a multifaceted concept, with different perspectives and measures used across various fields of study.

 

Assessment Content – Core Dimensions

Ryff's Psychological Well-Being Scales:

This instrument explores six core dimensions of psychological well-being

 

Self-acceptance

The extent to which individuals view themselves positively, including awareness of their strengths and limitations.

Purpose in life

The extent to which individuals feel their lives have meaning, direction, and goals.

Environmental mastery

The ability to effectively manage one's environment and make choices that align with personal goals.

Personal growth

The extent to which individuals feel they are making use of their talents and potential.

Positive relations with others

The depth and quality of individuals' relationships with significant others.

Autonomy

The extent to which individuals feel they are living in accordance with their own personal convictions and values.

Other Relevant Scales/Areas

Well-being of Older People Measure (WOOP)

This brief, self-completion measure aims to capture a comprehensive set of well-being domains relevant to older people, developed based on a Q-methodology study that identified five distinct views of older people on well-being.

Mental Health

Depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions are often assessed in older adults, as they can significantly impact well-being.

Social Support

The quality and quantity of social connections and support networks are important for well-being in older adults.

 

Other Relevant Scales/Areas

Resilience

The ability to cope with stress and adversity is a key factor in maintaining well-being.

Cognitive Function

Cognitive health and the ability to engage in activities and maintain independence are also important aspects of well-being.

Leisure Activities

Engaging in meaningful and enjoyable activities can contribute to both hedonic and eudaimonic well-being.

Physical Health

While not solely a psychological factor, physical health and well-being are closely intertwined with mental health and overall quality of life.

Social Determinants of Health

Factors like social isolation, loneliness, and access to resources can have a significant impact on the mental health and well-being of older adults.

Hedonic

Relating to or considered in terms of pleasant (or unpleasant) sensations.

Eudaimonic

"Eudaimonic" refers to a state of flourishing and living a meaningful life through personal growth, pursuing one's potential, and engaging in inherently meaningful endeavors, as opposed to simply seeking pleasure or enjoyment. Derived from the Greek word "eudaimonia" (meaning "good spirit" or "human flourishing"), the eudaimonic approach emphasizes living in accordance with one's character and virtues to achieve long-term happiness and well-being.

 

Ryff’s Psychological Well-being Scales (Modified & Derived)

Associated with Satisfaction and QOL

Ryff’s Psychological Well-being – 14 Items

##	Dimension	2025 0329 (SA-RT) KET SW-JB	2025 0619 (TH-RT) KET SW-JB
01	Self-acceptance	0.75	0.75
02	Purpose in Life - Happiness	1.00	1.00
03	Environmental mastery	1.00	1.00
04	Personal growth	0.75	0.75
05	Positive relations with others	0.75	0.75
06	Autonomy	0.75	0.75
07	Well-being as an Older Person	1.00	1.00
08	Mental Health	0.75	0.75
09	Social Support	0.75	0.75
10	Resilience	1.00	1.00
11	Cognitive Function	0.75	0.75
12	Leisure Activities	0.75	1.00
13	Physical Health	0.50	0.50
14	Social determinants of health (*)	0.75	0.75
	CALC	=11.25/14	11.50/14
	Ryff’s Psychological Well-being (14 Item) (HSF) Score =	80.4%	82.1%

HSF = High Scores are Favorable | RT = Real Time | SW = Share (d) With

Related Links >

https://sparqtools.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Sense-of-Control.doc

https://sparqtools.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Psychological-Well-Being-18-items.pdf

 

Psychological Wellbeing (18 items)

This survey accompanies a measure in the SPARQTools.org Measuring Mobility toolkit, which provides practitioners curated instruments for assessing mobility from poverty and tools for selecting the most appropriate measures for their programs.

Instructions

>For the original format of the PWB 18 scale, circle one response below each statement to indicate how much you agree or disagree.  For the examples here enter 0.00 to 1.00.  Please reference Binary Plus Scoring Method (B+SM) below.  Begin by using 1.00 (Yes), 0.50 (SoSo), and 0.00 (No).  Later you can enter values like 0.90, 0.75, 0.33 or 0.25.

Binary Plus Scoring Method (B+SM)

>We have the tendency to not use the Likert Method of Scoring outlined below.  We use our Binary Plus Scoring Method (B+SM).  It takes a while to get used to yet it offers for common sense granularity.  Vis-à-vis our B+SM we find it easier to maintain accuracy.  After you get used to our B+SM you can do much of the math in your head.  Note: At times we make mistakes.  Artificial Intelligence is going to have a field day correcting our work.  We estimate that our error rate is less than 10%.

Binary Plus Scoring Method (B+SM) – Modified Dichotomous Scoring

1.00	Yes or Pass or Great
0.75	Good
0.67
0.50	So-So
0.33
0.25	Poor
0.00	No or Fail

20250605-TH: Binary Plus Scoring - Revision

Consistency

Conformity in the application of something, typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic, accuracy, or fairness.

As Compared to…Likert (7 Choices)

Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
A little agree
Neither agree nor disagree
A little disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree

Likert Scoring

Likert scoring refers to the process of assigning numerical values to the response options in a Likert scale, a popular type of survey rating scale. These numerical values allow for the quantification of opinions, attitudes, or behaviors expressed through the survey.

 

Ryff Wellbeing Assessment Score (18 Items Derived)

Left with Reverse Scoring

Scored by and for Keith Torkelson, MS, BS

##	Statement	2025 0619 (TH-RT) SW-JB SS
01	I like most parts of my personality	0.75
02	When I look at the story of my life, I am pleased with how things have turned out so far	0.75
03	Some people wander aimlessly through life, but I am not one of them	0.75
04	The demands of everyday life often get me down. [R]	0.75
05	In many ways I feel disappointed about my achievements in life. [R]	1.00
06	Maintaining close relationships has been difficult and frustrating for me. [R]	0.25
07	I live life one day at a time and don't really think about the future. [R]	0.50
08	In general, I feel I am in charge of the situation in which I live	0.75
09	I am good at managing the responsibilities of daily life	0.75
10	I sometimes feel as if I've done all there is to do in life. [R]	0.50
11	For me, life has been a continuous process of learning, changing, and growth	1.00
12	I think it is important to have new experiences that challenge how I think about myself and the world	1.00
13	People would describe me as a giving person, willing to share my time with others	0.75
14	I gave up trying to make big improvements or changes in my life a long time ago [R]	0.50
15	I tend to be influenced by people with strong opinions [R]	0.50
16	I have not experienced many warm and trusting relationships with others. [R]	0.75
17	I have confidence in my own opinions, even if they are different from the way most other people think	1.00
18	I judge myself by what I think is important, not by the values of what others think is important	0.75
	CALC	=13.00/18
	Ryff Wellbeing Assessment Score (18 Items Derived) (HSF) =	72.2%

 

Scoring

>It is easier on paper.  After you fill out the assessment above: Transfer numbers to the table below.  Be aware there are reverse scored items in this assessment.  Print out and perform your work on this sheet.  It is advisable to get your Baseline scores as early in life as possible.  We have yet to run into a professional in health and human services that values our myriad of outcome measures.  Keep an assessment folder and or binder.  Tabs, particularly 1-15, come in handy also.

[STAYED]

Goes With Ryff’s 18 Item Assessment

Subscale	Items	Calculations
Autonomy	Q15, Q17, Q18.
Environmental Mastery	Q4, Q8, Q9.
Personal Growth	Q11, Q12, Q14.
Positive Relations	Q6, Q13, Q16.
Purpose in Life	Q3, Q7, Q10.
Self-Acceptance	Q1, Q2, Q5.