WHO-5
Well-Being Index
Instructions: Please indicate for each of the five statements which is closest to how you have been feeling over the last two weeks.
Notice that higher numbers mean you have felt these positive feelings more often.
All of the time (5)
Most of the time (4)
More than half the time (3)
Less than half the time (2)
Some of the time (1)
At no time (0)
1. I have felt cheerful and in good spirits
2. I have felt calm and relaxed
3. I have felt active and vigorous
4. I woke up feeling fresh and rested
5. I have felt my daily life is filled with things that interest me
How to Calculate Your Score
Add up the raw scores for the 5 questions (this will be a number between 0 and 25).
To get your percentage score, multiply the total by 4.
Your final score will be between 0 (worst possible well-being) and 100 (best possible well-being).
What Your Score Means
50 or Higher: This indicates a healthy level of well-being. You are likely coping well with current stressors.
Below 50: This suggests your well-being is lower than average. It might be time to check in with yourself or a therapist to see where you can add more support.
Below 28: This is a strong indicator of significant distress or depression. We highly recommend a professional consultation.
A Note from Vibe: This isn't a test you can "fail." It is a snapshot of your current energy. Well-being fluctuates, and seeing a lower score is just a signal from your body that it’s time for some extra care, but if you are in immediate distress or having thoughts of hurting yourself, please reach out for support. You are not alone, and help is available 24/7.
Call or Text: Dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.
Emergency: Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
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Credits & Citations
Source: World Health Organization. The WHO-5 is in the public domain and is one of the most widely used questionnaires assessing subjective psychological well-being.
