Home
Psychological tests
Singelis Self-Construal Scale (SCS-30)

Singelis Self-Construal Scale (SCS-30) Test

See how you define yourself as independent or group-connected in about 6 minutes. Get a clear profile to guide teamwork, cross-cultural communication, and research.

Start Online Test

Questions: 306 minutes

Hi! My name is Freudly, i am an AI therapist, I will give you an interpretation of the test after you complete it.

08:30

October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025
Material has been updated

October 2, 2025
Material has been published

14252 views

1583 completions

1262 likes

Scale Explorer

How the Scales are Structured

example score

3/7

Interdependent Self-Construal (IS)

Measures how strongly a person defines themselves through close relationships, group membership, and alignment with collective norms and goals.

Low

Moderate

High

1 – 2.75: Low | 2.76 – 5.22: Moderate | 5.23 – 7: High

A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a balanced tendency to consider group relationships and harmony while still leaving room for more self-directed preferences.

example score

5/7

Independent Self-Construal (IS)

Measures how strongly a person defines themselves through personal uniqueness, self-reliance, and internal preferences rather than group norms.

Lower independence

Moderate independence

High independence

1 – 4.24: Lower independence | 4.25 – 6.15: Moderate independence | 6.16 – 7: High independence

A score of 5 falls in the Moderate independence range, suggesting you often rely on your own views and needs while still taking others’ perspectives into account in some situations.

Start Online Test

just completed the test

DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Psychology students and researchers

41%OF USERS

They use it to measure independent vs interdependent self-views for studies, coursework, and cross-cultural comparisons.

Multicultural team professionals

34%OF USERS

They take it to understand how self-orientation shapes communication, collaboration, and conflict in diverse workplaces.

Self-development seekers

25%OF USERS

They want insight into whether they lean more toward autonomy or group connection in everyday relationships and decisions.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

RESULTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE

What You’ll See After You Finish the Test

Scale Results
— Explained Clearly

Your scores across each test scale, translated into plain, usable insights. Not just numbers, but what they actually mean for your daily life, emotional state, and overall well-being.

AI-Powered
Interpretation

A structured, clinically grounded explanation. Our AI analyzes patterns and relationships between scales to provide a coherent interpretation — without alarmist language.

Statistical
Comparison

See how you compare to others. Your scores are placed in a statistical context, showing percentiles and trends based on anonymized platform data to help you understand what`s typical.

Practical
Recommendations

Actionable guidance tailored to your profile. Receive clear, realistic suggestions you can apply immediately — focused on coping, self-regulation, and realistic next steps.

AI-Detected
Insights

Key patterns you might not notice on your own. Surfacing subtle connections in your responses that help you better understand what may be driving your current results.

Discuss with
an AI Psychologist

Clarify, reflect, and explore right away. Talk through your outcomes, ask questions, and explore meanings in a calm, non-diagnostic dialogue environment.

Start Online Test

Used in 52+ countries

Benchmarking

See How You Compare

Once you finish the test, your results will be compared with real-world data from people in your country.
Below is a preview of the benchmarks we use to place your score in context.

Interdependent Self-Concept (IS)

Average

2.6

Normal range

1.9 — 3.3

min.

max.

majority

This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear here so you can see where you land.

Independent Self-Concept (IS)

Average

5.1

Normal range

4.1 — 6.2

min.

max.

majority

This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear here so you can see where you land.

Start Online Test

Featured On

Rated 4.8/5 by Our Customers

“Freudly really helped me discover parts of my personality I hadn’t noticed before. It strengthened the areas where I needed to grow and made me feel more grounded and confident in the parts that already worked well.”

— Emma C., US

“I wanted to understand how serious my ADHD is, and now I finally do. I also realized I need to work on my self-esteem. It has been low for a long time, and that makes daily life harder than it should be.”

— Mateo R., CA

“Reading each question felt like someone really understood me. Even though I’ve already dealt with much of this, reflecting still helped me learn something new about myself.”

— Caroline F., US

“The process is simple. The test covers everything you need, and you’ll get a clear breakdown of your results. For just a few dollars, it’s a great value.”

— Klara N., CZ

“I kept thinking there might be a small chance, but now I know for sure. The questions were easy to understand, and the whole process was straightforward.”

— Bruno M., BR

“I really enjoyed this experience. I learned a lot, and it helped me make sense of my thoughts and the feeling I’ve had for a long time that I may have grown up with undiagnosed ADHD.”

— Alice B., FR

“Great platform — the insights were genuinely meaningful!”

— Daniel W., DE

“Everything was easy to follow. The tools you get at the end are genuinely helpful for self-growth, and the price is very reasonable. I really appreciate that.”

— Sofia M., ES

“Surprisingly accurate — honestly didn’t expect it to nail things so well.”

— Adir B., IL

“There are lots of different tests to pick from, and the price is surprisingly low for how much insight you get.”

— Olivia W., CA

“I was pleasantly surprised when I read the results. It was as if someone had sorted out my messy thoughts and given me useful tips to help me speak with more confidence.”

— Grace O., IE

“It was really solid, very detailed, and it actually helped me make sense of a lot of things.”

— Carla T., TT

“I was really impressed with the report. It was clear, thoughtful, and it reflected things I’ve been noticing about myself.”

— Jade H., US

“The questions made me think deeply and helped me become more self-aware.”

— Brooke S., US

“Reading through most of the questions made me feel understood. Although I’ve already worked through some of these issues, the questions still gave me useful insights and helped me learn more about myself.”

— Ryan M., US

“I usually take one or two tests each month, and this has become a good way for me to see how I’m doing.”

— Lucas W., US

“Most of the time, my results are in the 90 to 98th percentile compared to others. It really makes me feel like there’s something unique about me.”

— Ethan C., US

“I tried out some of the AI’s suggestions, and to be honest, they worked much better than I thought they would. Maybe this thing really is smarter than me.”

— Reece D., AU

Trusted by 22k+ Users Worldwide

CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Any questions left?

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures self-construal, including independent and interdependent ways of defining the self. Scores reflect the relative strength of each orientation.

How should responses be selected?

Rate each statement based on typical thoughts and behavior rather than a recent or unusual situation. Use the full response range when it fits.

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

It includes 30 statements and usually takes about 6 minutes to complete. Completion time may vary by reading speed.

Can independent and interdependent orientations both be high?

Yes, both can be present within the same person. Results describe a profile across two dimensions rather than a single type.

How should results be interpreted and used?

Results are intended for research, education, and general self-concept assessment in cultural and social contexts. They are not designed to diagnose mental disorders or determine clinical risk.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Singelis Self-Interpretation Scale, SCS-30 Test

Singelis Self-Construal Scale (SCS-30) Test

autonomy self-concept self-awareness

This self-report measure assesses individual differences in independent and interdependent self-construal, with the goal of characterizing how a person tends to define the self in relation to others and social context. The Singelis Self-Construal Scale (SCS-30) is commonly used in research and applied settings where cultural orientation and self-concept are relevant.

The instrument includes 30 items and typically requires about 6 minutes to complete. Items are rated to yield indices reflecting the relative salience of independent versus interdependent self-views; elevations on either dimension may be present within the same individual. The Singelis Self-Construal Scale (SCS-30), associated with Shinobu Kitayama and Hazel Rose Markus, can support interpretation of interpersonal patterns and sociocultural influences when used alongside other assessment data.

Author: Hazel Rose Markus, Shinobu Kitayama

Literature: Markus, H. R., & Kitayama, S. Culture and the self: Implications for cognition, emotion, and motivation. Psychological Review. 1991.; Cross, S. E., Hardin, E. E., & Gercek-Swing, B. The what, how, why, and where of self-construal. Personality and Social Psychology Review. 2011.; Singelis, T. M. The measurement of independent and interdependent self-construals. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. 1994.

Test Question Form