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Subjective Experience of Loneliness Scale

Subjective Experience of Loneliness Scale Test

Understand your felt loneliness and relationship closeness in about 3 minutes. Seventeen items deliver a clear snapshot to spot hidden disconnection and guide support.

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4/10

Loneliness Experience (LE)

Measures the subjective intensity of loneliness-related emotional discomfort and perceived distance in interpersonal connections.

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0 – 3: Low | 4 – 7: Moderate | 8 – 10: High

A score of 4 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting occasional loneliness-related tension and self-doubt that may surface in some relationship situations without being persistent or overwhelming.

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Who Usually Takes This Test?

Feeling lonely in relationships

41%OF USERS

People who have friends or a partner but still feel emotionally distant and want to understand why.

Clients in counseling

34%OF USERS

People already in therapy or coaching who want a quick snapshot of how connected or isolated they feel inside.

Life transition and change

25%OF USERS

People going through a breakup, move, new job, or other change and checking whether their social needs are being met.

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Loneliness Experience Scale (LES)

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3.3

Normal range

1.9 — 4.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures the subjective sense of loneliness based on perceived closeness, harmony, and connection in relationships. It focuses on internal experience rather than the number of social contacts.

How long does it take to complete?

Completion typically takes about 3 minutes. It includes 17 items.

What time frame should be used when answering?

Responses should reflect current feelings and recent typical experiences. If unsure, select the option that best matches the most common experience.

How should items be answered if there is limited social contact?

Answer based on the sense of connection or disconnection that is present, even with minimal interaction. Consider perceived emotional closeness rather than frequency of communication.

How are results used in clinical or counseling settings?

Results can help identify emotional isolation that may not be visible from outward social activity. They can also guide planning for support focused on relationship quality and interpersonal needs.

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Subjective Experience of Loneliness Scale Test - Symptoms and Signs

loneliness social alienation

This measure assesses perceived loneliness as a subjective experience of closeness or disconnection in interpersonal relationships. The Subjective Experience of Loneliness Scale is intended to capture how individuals experience social and emotional connection, rather than relying solely on objective social contact. It consists of 17 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete.

Items ask respondents to rate feelings and perceptions related to social engagement, intimacy, and emotional isolation, supporting a brief appraisal of perceived relational harmony versus strain. In clinical and counseling settings, results from the Subjective Experience of Loneliness Scale may be used to inform case conceptualization and to monitor changes over time alongside other clinical data. The scale is commonly attributed to Daniel Perlman and Letitia Anne Peplau.

Author: Daniel Perlman, Letitia Anne Peplau

Literature: Russell, D. W. UCLA loneliness scale (version 3): Reliability, validity, and factor structure. Journal of Personality Assessment. 1996.; Perlman, D., & Peplau, L. A. Toward a social psychology of loneliness. In R. Gilmour & S. Duck (Eds.), Personal relationships in disorder. Academic Press. 1986.

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