Light Triad Scale (LTS) Test

Understand your benevolent traits and relationship strengths in about 3 minutes. Get a clear snapshot of humanism, respect for others, and faith in people to guide growth and communication.

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

3/5

Kantianism (K)

Kantianism measures the extent to which you treat other people as ends in themselves rather than as tools for your own goals.

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Moderate

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1 – 2.8: Low | 2.9 – 4.2: Moderate | 4.3 – 5: High

A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting you generally respect others’ autonomy but may be inconsistent in prioritizing their interests over convenience or personal aims.

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2/5

Humanism (H)

Humanism measures how strongly you value and respect the dignity of every person, regardless of differences or circumstances.

Lower humanism

Moderate humanism

High humanism

1 – 2.9: Lower humanism | 3 – 4.2: Moderate humanism | 4.3 – 5: High humanism

A score of 2 suggests a lower tendency to consistently prioritize others’ dignity and value in everyday judgments and interactions.

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4/5

Faith in Humanity (FiH)

Faith in Humanity measures how strongly you believe that most people are fundamentally good, kind, and honest.

Low trust

Balanced trust

High trust

1 – 2.7: Low trust | 2.8 – 4: Balanced trust | 4.1 – 5: High trust

A score of 4 indicates a generally balanced, optimistic view of others while still allowing room for caution in uncertain situations.

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3/5

Light Triad Total Score (LTTS)

This scale measures the overall level of Light Triad traits, reflecting kindness, respect for others, and humanistic values.

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Moderate

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1 – 2.9: Lower | 3 – 4.2: Moderate | 4.3 – 5: High

A score of 3.0 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a balanced presence of benevolent, humanistic, and respectful interpersonal tendencies.

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Who Usually Takes This Test?

Self-growth seekers

41%OF USERS

People curious about their “bright side” take it to understand how kind, respectful, and optimistic they are in everyday interactions.

Relationship-minded communicators

34%OF USERS

Those working on friendships, dating, or family dynamics use it to reflect on empathy, dignity, and trust in others.

Psychology students and practitioners

25%OF USERS

Students, counselors, and researchers take it to complement assessments of personality with a strengths-focused perspective.

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Kantianism (K)

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2.5

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1.8 — 3.2

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Humanism (H)

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3.1

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2.5 — 3.7

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Faith in Humanity (FiH)

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3.7

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3 — 4.3

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Total Score of the Light Triad (TSotLT)

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3.9

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3.2 — 4.5

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures three prosocial traits: treating others as ends in themselves, valuing each person’s dignity, and believing that people are generally kind and honest.

How should items be answered?

Answer each statement based on typical thoughts and behavior, not on exceptions. Select the response that best fits overall patterns.

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

Completion time is about 3 minutes. The questionnaire includes 12 items.

How should results be interpreted?

Scores reflect relative standing on each of the three traits rather than a diagnosis. Higher scores indicate stronger endorsement of benevolent and relationship-focused attitudes.

Are these traits the opposite of dark personality traits?

They are only weakly related and are not simple opposites. They are assessed as independent characteristics that can vary separately.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Light Triad Scale (LTS) Test - Symptoms and Signs

advantages of the dark triad

This self-report measure assesses prosocial personality tendencies and orientations toward positive interpersonal functioning. The Light Triad Scale (LTS) was developed by Elizabeth A. Day, David P. Schmitt, and Scott Barry Kaufman.

It consists of 12 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Items are designed to capture three related domains: treating others as ends rather than means, valuing others’ dignity and worth, and endorsing a generally trusting view of human nature.

In clinical or research contexts, the Light Triad Scale (LTS) may be used to describe individual differences in benevolent, relationship-oriented traits, complementing broader personality assessment when interpretation is integrated with other relevant data.

Author: David P. Schmitt, Elizabeth A. Day, Scott Barry Kaufman

Literature: Kaufman, S. B., Yaden, D. B., Hyde, E., & Tsukayama, E. The light vs. dark triad of personality: Contrasting two very different profiles of human nature. Frontiers in Psychology. 2019.; Paulhus, D. L., & Williams, K. M. The dark triad of personality: Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. Journal of Research in Personality. 2002.; Campbell, W. K., & Miller, J. D. The handbook of narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder: Theoretical approaches, empirical findings, and treatments. Wiley. 2011.

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