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UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3)

UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) Test

In about 4 minutes, this 20 item scale helps you understand perceived social connection and feelings of loneliness. It offers a quick, reliable snapshot to guide support and track change over time.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

27/80

Loneliness (L)

Measures the intensity of subjective loneliness and perceived lack of social connection.

Low loneliness

Moderate loneliness

High loneliness

20 – 31: Low loneliness | 32 – 44: Moderate loneliness | 45 – 80: High loneliness

A score of 27 falls in the Low loneliness range, suggesting relatively few feelings of social disconnection at this time.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Feeling disconnected lately

41%OF USERS

People who feel lonely or emotionally distant even when they have friends, colleagues, or family around them.

Life transition stress

34%OF USERS

Those going through changes like moving, starting university, a new job, divorce, or bereavement who want to gauge how isolated they feel.

Therapy and research screening

25%OF USERS

Clients and study participants using a quick, standardized check to track loneliness over time and evaluate support or interventions.

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Loneliness Scale (LS)

Average

61.5

Normal range

54 — 69

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures perceived loneliness and dissatisfaction with social connection. It reflects subjective feelings rather than the number of social contacts.

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

Completion typically takes about 4 minutes. The questionnaire includes 20 items.

How should responses be chosen?

Select the option that best matches how often each statement applies. Use the typical pattern over recent time, not a single unusual day.

Can results indicate loneliness even with frequent social contact?

Yes, a person may report loneliness despite being around others. The questionnaire focuses on perceived closeness, support, and belonging.

How should scores be interpreted?

Higher scores generally indicate greater perceived loneliness. Results are screening information and should be interpreted alongside other clinical or research data.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) Test - Symptoms and Signs

loneliness

The UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) is a self-report measure used to assess subjective feelings of loneliness and perceived social isolation. It is typically administered in clinical and research contexts to support screening and outcome monitoring related to social connectedness.

The instrument consists of 20 items and usually takes about 4 minutes to complete. Respondents rate statements describing social relationships and feelings of belonging, allowing clinicians and researchers to quantify perceived loneliness and track change over time.

The UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) is commonly cited in the literature as developed by Daniel W. Russell and Mary E. Ferguson. Scores are interpreted as an index of perceived loneliness rather than an objective measure of social network size or actual social contact.

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.; Russell, D. W. UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3): Reliability, validity, and factor structure. Journal of Personality Assessment. 1996.

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