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Self-Loathing Subscale Questionnaire (SLSS)

Self-Loathing Subscale Questionnaire (SLSS) Test

In 2 minutes, this 8 item check helps gauge self directed disgust tied to compulsive exercise. It quickly flags early risk and adds deeper emotional context beyond workout habits.

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October 2, 2025

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32/40

Self-Loathing (SL)

Assesses the severity of negative self-attitudes related to physical activity and exercise.

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8 – 15: Low | 16 – 40: Elevated

A score of 32 falls in the Elevated range, indicating pronounced self-disgust linked to physical activity and a higher likelihood of unhealthy exercise-related patterns.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Compulsive exercisers

44%OF USERS

People who feel driven to work out even when tired or injured and want to understand whether self-criticism and disgust are fueling it.

Therapy and counseling clients

33%OF USERS

Individuals in therapy for body image, low self-esteem, or addiction-related concerns who need a quick check of self-directed negative feelings linked to exercise.

Fitness-focused students

23%OF USERS

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts in academic or training settings who want to distinguish healthy motivation from exercise used to escape uncomfortable emotions.

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Self-Disgust Scale (SS)

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29.8

Normal range

25.3 — 34.4

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures self-directed disgust and internal dissatisfaction linked to physical activity. The scores help identify whether exercise is being used to manage negative self-attitudes.

When is this questionnaire used?

It is used to screen for risk factors associated with compulsive or excessive exercise. It also helps distinguish health-oriented training from exercise driven by emotional distress.

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

Completion time is about 2 minutes. The questionnaire includes 8 items.

How should responses be completed?

Each item should be answered based on typical thoughts and feelings rather than isolated events. All items should be completed without overthinking or revising answers.

How should results be interpreted?

Higher scores indicate stronger negative self-attitudes related to exercise and body-focused emotions. Results should be interpreted alongside other clinical or research measures, not as a standalone diagnosis.

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Self-Loathing Subscale Questionnaire (SLSS) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This measure is a brief self-report tool designed to assess self-directed negative attitudes and feelings. The Self-Loathing Subscale Questionnaire (SLSS), developed by Paul Gilbert, is intended to help identify clinically relevant self-criticism or self-disgust that may be associated with distress and maladaptive coping.

The questionnaire consists of 8 items and typically takes about 2 minutes to complete. Scores may be used to inform case formulation and to monitor change over time, and the Self-Loathing Subscale Questionnaire (SLSS) is best interpreted in conjunction with clinical interview findings and other validated measures.

Author: Paul Gilbert

Literature: Olatunji, B. O., Cisler, J. M., McKay, D., & Phillips, M. L. Is disgust associated with psychopathology? Emerging research in the anxiety disorders. Psychiatry Research. 2010.; Yates, A., Edman, J. D., Crago, M., Crowell, D., & Zimmerman, R. Measurement of exercise orientation in normal subjects: Gender and age differences. Personality and Individual Differences. 1999.

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