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Life Satisfaction in the Third Age Scale-Short Form (LSITA-SF) Test

See how satisfied and at peace adults 50 plus feel with life right now in about 3 minutes. A quick 12 item snapshot that supports counseling, care planning, and research with a culturally adapted focus.
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October 2, 2025
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33/72
Life Satisfaction (LS)
Measures overall life satisfaction and perceived quality of life in adults aged 50+ during the "third age."
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Moderate satisfaction
High satisfaction
12 – 31: Low satisfaction | 32 – 50: Moderate satisfaction | 51 – 72: High satisfaction
A score of 33 falls in the Moderate satisfaction range, suggesting a generally acceptable view of life at this stage with some areas that may feel less fulfilling.
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Who Usually Takes This Test?
Adults 50+ checking wellbeing
44%OF USERS
People aged 50 and over who want a quick snapshot of how satisfied and emotionally settled they feel in this stage of life.
Family supporting older relatives
31%OF USERS
Adult children or close relatives who want to better understand an older family member’s life satisfaction and where support may help.
Helping professionals and researchers
25%OF USERS
Counselors, social workers, and researchers who use a brief measure to assess life satisfaction in later adulthood for screening or studies.
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Life Satisfaction (LS)
Average
52.7
Normal range
43.4 — 61.9
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72
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What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures overall satisfaction with life as it is experienced in later adulthood. Items cover perceived fulfillment, contentment, and emotional well-being during this stage.
Who is this questionnaire intended for?
It is intended for adults aged 50 and older. It can be used in counseling, support services, and research settings.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
It takes about 3 minutes to complete. It includes 12 items.
How should responses be selected?
Select the response that best matches the current experience, not past periods. Answer all items using the first impression when possible.
How are results interpreted and used?
Scores summarize the level of life satisfaction in later adulthood. Results may help identify areas for support or further assessment.
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Life Satisfaction in the "Third Age," LSITA-SF Test

Life Satisfaction in the Third Age Scale-Short Form (LSITA-SF) Test

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This measure is used to assess perceived life satisfaction in later adulthood. The Life Satisfaction in the Third Age Scale-Short Form (LSITA-SF) provides a brief self-report screening of satisfaction with one’s current life circumstances and overall well-being.

It consists of 12 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Items are intended to capture subjective appraisal of life in older age, supporting clinical intake, monitoring over time, and research applications; results should be interpreted in the context of other clinical information and relevant cultural and contextual factors. The Life Satisfaction in the Third Age Scale-Short Form (LSITA-SF) was developed by M. Powell Lawton.

Author: M. Powell Lawton, paul-b-baltes
Literature: Diener, E., Emmons, R. A., Larsen, R. J., & Griffin, S. The satisfaction with life scale. Journal of Personality Assessment. 1985.
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