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Well-being test (WHO-5)
The WHO-5 Well-Being Index asks 5 short questions about how you have felt over the last two weeks. It takes under a minute and gives a score from 0 to 100.
Your answers are scored in this tab. Nothing is uploaded, saved, or sent anywhere. This is a self-check, not a diagnosis. Only a qualified professional can diagnose a mental health condition.
About this test
The WHO-5 was published by the World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe in 1998 and is one of the most widely used well-being questionnaires in the world. It is free to use. Each answer scores 0 to 5; the total (0–25) is multiplied by 4 to give a percentage from 0 (worst possible) to 100 (best possible).
A score below 52 suggests poor well-being, and doctors use it as a reason to check for depression; a score of 28 or less often goes with depression. This test is a self-check, not a diagnosis.
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FAQ
What does my WHO-5 score mean?
Multiply the raw score (0–25) by 4. 52 or more is in the normal range of well-being. Below 52 suggests poor well-being. 28 or less is a sign that depression may be present and should be checked by a professional.
Is the WHO-5 a depression test?
It measures positive well-being, not depression symptoms, but a low score is a good reason to screen for depression, for example with the PHQ-9 test on this site, and to talk to a doctor.
How often can I take it?
It asks about the last two weeks, so retaking it every two weeks or so is a simple way to track how you're doing. A change of 10 points or more is considered meaningful.
What can improve my well-being?
Regular sleep, daylight and movement, time with people you like, and doing things that interest you help many people. If a low mood lasts, talk to a doctor or counselor.