Scale Overview & Construct
15-item short form measuring dispositional mindfulness across five facets: Observing, Describing, Acting with Awareness, Non-Judging, and Non-Reactivity.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Scientific Documentation & Psychometric Rigor
Internal Consistency & Reliability
Published studies report acceptable-to-good internal consistency across facets for the short form.
Construct & Criterion Validity
Derived via factor analysis of five independently developed mindfulness questionnaires; the short form correlates strongly with the full FFMQ.
Academic Citations
Baer, R. A., Smith, G. T., Hopkins, J., Krietemeyer, J., & Toney, L. (2006). Using self-report assessment methods to explore facets of mindfulness. Assessment, 13(1), 27-45. Short form: Bohlmeijer, E., ten Klooster, P. M., Fledderus, M., Veehof, M., & Baer, R. (2011). Psychometric properties of the five facet mindfulness questionnaire in depressed adults. Assessment, 18(3), 308-320.
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only.
License: CC BY 4.0. Derived from the 39-item Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (Baer et al.).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire — 15-Item Short Form?
15-item short form measuring dispositional mindfulness across five facets: Observing, Describing, Acting with Awareness, Non-Judging, and Non-Reactivity.
How long does the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire — 15-Item Short Form take?
It takes about 6 minutes to answer all 15 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.