Core Self-Evaluations Scale (CSES) Test

Understand what drives your self-worth in key areas in about 7 minutes. Use results to guide coaching or support with a validated tool that builds resilience beyond grades or approval.
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Relationship With a Romantic Partner (RWaRP)
Measures how strongly a person’s self-esteem depends on the quality and stability of a close or romantic relationship.
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A score of 4 suggests a moderate reliance on a loved relationship as a source of self-esteem, with other areas likely contributing as well.
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Moral Standards (MS)
Measures how strongly a person bases their self-esteem on following moral and ethical principles.
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A score of 4 indicates a moderate reliance on moral norms, suggesting they contribute to self-esteem but are not the sole basis for self-worth.
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Appearance (A)
Measures how strongly a person’s self-esteem is tied to their appearance and perceived attractiveness.
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A score of 6 indicates a high reliance on appearance, meaning external looks play a significant role in their sense of self-worth.
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Family Support (FS)
Measures how strongly a person bases their self-esteem on support and approval from their family.
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A score of 4 suggests a moderate reliance on family support in feeling self-worth, with family approval being one of several important influences.
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Success in Competitive Situations (SiCS)
Measures how strongly a person’s self-esteem depends on winning and outperforming others in competitive situations.
Low reliance on competition
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A score of 4 indicates a balanced level, where competitive success matters to self-esteem at times but is not the dominant source of self-worth.
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Others' Approval (OA)
Measures how strongly a person’s self-esteem depends on others’ opinions and approval.
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A score of 5 indicates a moderate reliance on others’ approval, meaning external feedback can noticeably influence self-worth in some situations.
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Academic Achievement (AA)
Measures how strongly a person bases their self-esteem on academic performance and study success.
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A score of 4 indicates a moderate tendency to link self-worth to academic achievement, with grades and study outcomes being important but not the sole basis of self-esteem.
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Who Usually Takes This Test?
Students under pressure
41%OF USERS
High school and college students who feel their worth depends on grades, approval, or fitting in take it to see what’s driving their self-esteem.
Young adults in transition
34%OF USERS
People starting careers, moving out, or navigating new relationships use it to understand which life areas most shape their sense of value.
Counseling and coaching clients
25%OF USERS
People already working with a psychologist, counselor, or coach take it to pinpoint which domains to focus on to build steadier self-esteem.
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Relationship with a loved one (Rwalo)
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Moral Norms (MN)
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Appearance (A)
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Family Support (FS)
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Success in a Competitive Environment (SiaCE)
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4.7
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Approval of Others (AoO)
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4.1
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Academic Achievement (AA)
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3.2
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2.44
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What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures which life domains a person uses as the basis for self-worth. It identifies areas that carry the most weight in self-evaluation.
Who is this questionnaire intended for?
It is intended for students and young adults. It may also be used in psychological support or coaching settings with the same age range.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Completion typically takes about 7 minutes. It includes 35 items.
How should items be answered?
Answer each item based on usual thoughts and feelings rather than a single recent event. Use the full range of response options when applicable.
How are results used in practice?
Results indicate which areas most strongly affect self-esteem and where vulnerability to setbacks may be higher. They can guide the focus of counseling, coaching, or preventive interventions.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
Basic Foundations of Self-Esteem, CSW Test

Core Self-Evaluations Scale (CSES) Test

Self-evaluation reflects multiple personal standards and life domains that can influence perceived self-worth. The Core Self-Evaluations Scale (CSES) is a self-report measure intended to assess broad, trait-like self-evaluative beliefs.

It consists of 35 items and typically takes about 7 minutes to complete. Responses provide a concise profile of the respondent’s overall self-appraisal that may help inform case formulation and guide discussion of self-perception in clinical or counseling contexts.

The Core Self-Evaluations Scale (CSES) is generally used as an adjunct to clinical interview and other assessment data rather than as a stand-alone diagnostic instrument, and results should be interpreted in light of the individual’s presenting concerns and cultural context.

Author: m-rosenberg, s-coopersmith
Literature: Crocker, J., Luhtanen, R. K., Cooper, M. L., & Bouvrette, A. Contingencies of self-worth in college students: theory and measurement. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. 2003.
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