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Self-Development Tendency Assessment Test

Understand a teen’s readiness for personal growth in just 6 minutes. In 32 questions, get clear guidance on where support and motivation will have the most impact.
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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025
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24/32
Discrepancy (D)
Measures the gap between a teenager’s attitude toward self-development and how consistently they translate it into real actions.
Aligned
Some discrepancy
Marked discrepancy
0 – 10: Aligned | 11 – 21: Some discrepancy | 22 – 32: Marked discrepancy
A score of 24 indicates a marked discrepancy, suggesting that intentions toward self-development are not consistently reflected in everyday behavior, possibly due to internal conflict or external barriers.
example score
76/144
Readiness for Self-Development (RfS)
Measures how strongly a teenager is oriented toward self-improvement and personal growth and how ready they are to act on it.
Low readiness
Moderate readiness
High readiness
16 – 59: Low readiness | 60 – 95: Moderate readiness | 96 – 144: High readiness
A score of 76 indicates moderate readiness for self-development, suggesting generally positive intentions with possible gaps in consistent follow-through due to limited resources or support.
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Who Usually Takes This Test?
Motivated teens improving themselves
41%OF USERS
Teenagers who want to understand how strong their drive is to change habits, build skills, and grow personally.
School psychologists and counselors
34%OF USERS
Specialists who assess students’ readiness for self-improvement to plan support, guidance, and development goals.
Parents of 13–16-year-olds
25%OF USERS
Parents who want a clearer picture of their child’s motivation for self-development to choose helpful encouragement at home.
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Divergence (D)
Average
8.6
Normal range
2.8 — 14.4
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32
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Readiness for Self-Development (RfS)
Average
82.9
Normal range
62.2 — 103.5
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16
max.
144
majority
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What does this questionnaire assess?
It assesses readiness and motivation for personal growth and change. It also identifies patterns related to how self-improvement efforts are approached.
Who is this questionnaire intended for?
It is intended for adolescents ages 13 to 16. It may be used in school, counseling, or educational settings.
How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?
Estimated completion time is about 6 minutes. The questionnaire includes 32 items.
How should responses be selected?
Select the response that best matches typical behavior or attitude. Answer all items and avoid overthinking individual statements.
How are results typically used?
Results help identify areas where support or motivation may be needed. They can inform individualized goals and guidance by qualified adults.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
Diagnosis of the Tendency for Self-Development Test

Self-Development Tendency Assessment Test

self-development

This measure is used to screen adolescents’ readiness to engage in personal growth and intentional self-improvement. The Self-Development Tendency Assessment is designed to provide a brief, structured appraisal of motivation and orientation toward self-directed change.

It consists of 32 items and typically takes about 6 minutes to complete. The measure is intended for use with adolescents ages 13–16 and may be useful in educational or clinical contexts to inform supportive planning.

Authorship is attributed to Carol D. Ryff. Results from the Self-Development Tendency Assessment are generally interpreted as an index of self-development tendency and can help guide conversations about goals, supports, and areas where additional encouragement may be beneficial.

Author: Carol D. Ryff
Literature: Eccles, J. S., & Roeser, R. W. Schools as developmental contexts during adolescence. Journal of Research on Adolescence. 2011.
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