Wellbeing Test
WHO-5 Well-Being Index
Free WHO-5 wellbeing self-check — 5 questions, get your 0–100 wellbeing score.
Wellbeing Test (WHO-5)
5 quick questions on your recent wellbeing — a positive check-in. (0/5 answered)
Over the last 2 weeks, I have felt cheerful and in good spirits
Over the last 2 weeks, I have felt calm and relaxed
Over the last 2 weeks, I have felt active and vigorous
Over the last 2 weeks, I woke up feeling fresh and rested
Over the last 2 weeks, my daily life has been filled with things that interest me
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StartAbout the Wellbeing Test
This uses the WHO-5 Well-Being Index — 5 items scored 0–100 — a validated, positive measure of your recent emotional wellbeing (higher is better). It's a self-check, not a diagnosis.
- WHO-5 is widely used and its validated purpose includes screening for low mood: a score under 50 is a cue to check in, and under 28 warrants a depression screen.
Talk through your results with AI
Want to go deeper than a score? Copy the prompt below into ChatGPT, Claude or another AI assistant to reflect on your results, ask follow-up questions and get practical next steps. AI can be a helpful thinking partner for self-reflection — but it is not a therapist. Please read the note below.
I just completed the WHO-5 Well-Being Index, a self-assessment questionnaire. I'd like to reflect on what my results might mean. Please act as a supportive, evidence-based wellbeing coach: first ask me 2–3 clarifying questions, then explain in plain language what my results could indicate, and suggest small, realistic steps I could try over the next two weeks. Be honest about the limits of a self-test, and tell me when it would be wise to talk to a qualified professional.
AI assistants can make mistakes and are not a substitute for professional diagnosis or care. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please contact your local emergency services or a crisis hotline right away.
About this tool
What is Wellbeing Test?
A short, positive self-check of your recent emotional wellbeing using the validated WHO-5 Well-Being Index — how good you've been feeling, not what's wrong.
What is it for?
Gives you a 0–100 wellbeing score and flags when low mood is worth checking, so you can act early.
How to read your result
Higher is better. 76+ high, 50–75 good, 29–49 low, 0–28 very low. Under 50 is a cue to check in; under 28 warrants a depression screen.
A self-check based on the WHO-5 Well-Being Index, not a diagnosis. Persistent low wellbeing is worth discussing with a professional.
Classification & Reference
| Score | Wellbeing |
|---|---|
| 76–100 | High wellbeing |
| 50–75 | Good |
| 29–49 | Low |
| 0–28 | Very low (screen for depression) |
Frequently asked questions
What is a good WHO-5 score?
Higher is better on the 0–100 scale. 50+ is healthy; under 50 suggests low wellbeing; under 28 warrants a depression screen. It reflects how you've felt over the last 2 weeks.
How is this different from a depression test?
Most mental-health tests measure problems; WHO-5 measures positive wellbeing (higher = better). A low WHO-5 is a validated signal to then take a depression screen like PHQ-9.
Is WHO-5 validated?
Yes. WHO-5 is one of the most widely used wellbeing scales, validated across many populations (Topp et al. 2015).
My score is low — what should I do?
Be kind to yourself; low wellbeing is common and improvable. Protect sleep and daylight, reconnect with people and activities you enjoy, and if it persists reach out. A very low score is worth a depression screen.
How often should I take it?
It reflects the last 2 weeks, so retaking every 1–2 weeks can show a trend. A drop of 10 points is a meaningful change worth noticing.
Can I use ChatGPT or Claude to understand my results?
Yes. AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude can be a useful way to reflect on what your results mean and explore next steps, and this tool gives you a ready-made prompt plus a one-click link to start that conversation. Keep in mind that AI is not a licensed professional and cannot diagnose you — for a formal assessment, or if you are struggling, please consult a qualified health professional.