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Loneliness Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Are you struggling with loneliness?

Loneliness is a normal human experience, meaning most people will feel lonely from time to time. Unrelenting, long-lasting loneliness, however, can have serious consequences for emotional well-being and even physical health. Are you overly lonely? Take this test to find out.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
1. Most of my relationships feel very surface-level.
Disagree
Agree
2. The people I spend most of my time with (friends, family, coworkers, etc.) value my presence.
Disagree
Agree
3. Even when I’m surrounded by people, I usually feel disconnected from them.
Disagree
Agree
4. There’s no one in my life whom I can really count on.
Disagree
Agree
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5. I often feel invisible.
Disagree
Agree
6. My ideas and interests are usually misunderstood by other people.
Disagree
Agree
7. I spend more time alone than I would like.
Disagree
Agree
8. I feel disconnected from the community in which I live.
Disagree
Agree
9. When I’m going through a hard time, I’m able to find support from others.
Disagree
Agree
10. I usually feel like I’m on the outside looking in.
Disagree
Agree
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11. My circle of friends feels too limited.
Disagree
Agree
12. I miss the feeling of truly being in tune with others.
Disagree
Agree
13. I often find myself wishing I had someone to share my true self with.
Disagree
Agree
14. The only person I can count on is myself.
Disagree
Agree
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15. There are people in my life who really know me.
Disagree
Agree
16. My relationships are unsatisfying overall.
Disagree
Agree
17. I have no one with whom I can share my ideas.
Disagree
Agree
18. Most days, I feel left out.
Disagree
Agree
19. I wish I could depend more on the people around me.
Disagree
Agree
20. I feel like I’m part of a group.
Disagree
Agree
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Who Is This Loneliness Test For?

This test is for anyone who is concerned about the degree of loneliness they’re feeling. It is designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.

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How to Get Help with Loneliness

If you are struggling with feelings of loneliness, talking to a mental health professional can help. You can find one in your area on the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.

Sources

  • Russel, D. et al. Revised UCLA (R-UCLA) Loneliness Scale.
  • De Jong Gierveld, J. and Kamphuis, F. The De Jong Gierveld loneliness scale.
  • DiTommaso, E. et al. Social and Emotional Loneliness Scale for Adults, Short Version (SELSA-S)