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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Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Social (S)
Social (S)
Average
11.4
Normal range
8.7 — 14.2
min.
5
max.
25
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Emotional (E)
Emotional (E)
Average
20.9
Normal range
17.6 — 24.1
min.
6
max.
30
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Loneliness Scale (LS)
Loneliness Scale (LS)
Average
37.8
Normal range
29.9 — 45.7
min.
11
max.
55
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SAMPLE QUESTIONS
Example Questions From the Test
Below are 11 statements. For each statement, please indicate how well it describes your current situation and how you have been feeling. Respond quickly, without spending too much time on any one item. Your first response is often the most accurate.
- Yes
- More yes than no
- Not sure
- More no than yes
- No
- Yes
- More yes than no
- Don't know
- More no than yes
- No
- Yes
- More yes than no
- Don't know
- More no than yes
- No
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De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale (DJGLS) Test - Symptoms and Signs
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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