Brief Self-Assessed Wisdom Scale (BSAWS)

Nine-item brief wisdom scale reporting five domain scores and a total score.

Answer based on how you perceive your life experiences and wisdom-related traits.

Scale items

I have made important decisions throughout my life.

Reviewing my past gives me a good perspective on my current concerns.

I can easily express my emotions without feeling like I am losing control of the situation.

I often recall the past to see if I have changed since then.

I am good at identifying subtle emotions in myself.

I often use humour to put other people at ease.

Now I know I can truly appreciate the little things in life.

I have learned valuable life lessons with others.

I often wonder about the mysteries of life and what lies beyond death.

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Important Notice

This resource is intended for educational purposes only and is intended for US healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals should use independent medical judgment. All decisions regarding patient care must be handled by a healthcare professional and be made based on the unique needs of each patient.