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De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS)

De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS) Test

In 3 minutes, learn whether loneliness shows up as missing close bonds, low social belonging, or both. With 11 items, it delivers a clear snapshot to guide support, coaching, or care.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

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20/25

Social Loneliness (SL)

This scale measures satisfaction with social interactions and a sense of belonging, where higher scores reflect greater social loneliness.

Low

Moderate

High

5 – 8: Low | 9 – 17: Moderate | 18 – 25: High

A score of 20 falls in the High range, suggesting pronounced dissatisfaction with social connections and a stronger sense of social isolation.

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12/30

Emotional (E)

Measures the subjective sense of lacking close, emotionally supportive relationships and warmth.

Low

Moderate

High

6 – 8: Low | 9 – 19: Moderate | 20 – 30: High

A score of 12 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting some perceived gaps in emotional closeness and support without being pronounced.

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22/55

Loneliness (L)

Measures the overall intensity of perceived loneliness, reflecting both emotional and social aspects.

Low loneliness

Moderate loneliness

High loneliness

11 – 15: Low loneliness | 16 – 35: Moderate loneliness | 36 – 55: High loneliness

A score of 22 falls in the Moderate loneliness range, suggesting a noticeable but not pronounced sense of loneliness.

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Those adjusting after moving, a breakup, graduation, parenthood, or another transition who want to understand whether the gap is social or emotional.

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Students and adults doing a quick self-check to see how strongly isolation affects their mood, motivation, and daily functioning.

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Social (S)

Average

11.4

Normal range

8.7 — 14.2

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Emotional (E)

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20.9

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17.6 — 24.1

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Loneliness Scale (LS)

Average

37.8

Normal range

29.9 — 45.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures perceived loneliness by separating emotional loneliness from social loneliness. Emotional loneliness reflects missing close, trusting bonds, while social loneliness reflects limited integration and belonging.

How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?

Completion typically takes about 3 minutes. It includes 11 statements.

How should responses be selected?

Select the response that best matches recent experiences and typical feelings. Avoid overthinking individual items and answer consistently.

How are results interpreted?

Results provide an overall loneliness level and separate scores for emotional and social components. Higher scores indicate greater perceived loneliness in the corresponding domain.

Can this questionnaire be used for screening or clinical support planning?

It can support screening, research, and clinical discussions by identifying whether concerns are mainly emotional or mainly social. Results should be interpreted alongside other clinical information when used in practice.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS) Test

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This self-report measure assesses perceived loneliness as a multidimensional construct, including emotional and social aspects. The De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS) asks respondents to endorse statements reflecting perceived deficits in close, trusting relationships and in broader social integration.

It contains 11 items and typically requires about 3 minutes to complete. Scores are used to characterize the severity and profile of loneliness and may support clinical screening, treatment planning, or research applications. The De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS) is commonly cited in the literature; authors noted here include Mary E. Ferguson and Daniel W. Russell.

Author: Daniel W. Russell, letitia-anne-peplau, Mary E. Ferguson

Literature: Cacioppo, J. T., & Patrick, W. Loneliness: Human nature and the need for social connection. W. W. Norton. 2008.; De Jong Gierveld, J., & Kamphuls, F. The development of a Rasch-type loneliness scale. Applied Psychological Measurement. 1985.

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