Scale Overview & Construct
9-item self-report measure of life crafting behaviors across cognitive meaning-making (Past Reflection), Social Crafting, and Future Planning dimensions.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
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. Citation: Chen, S., van der Meij, L., van Zyl, L. E., & Demerouti, E. (2022). The Life Crafting Scale: Development and validation of a multi-dimensional meaning-making measure. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, 795686.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Life Crafting Scale?
9-item self-report measure of life crafting behaviors across cognitive meaning-making (Past Reflection), Social Crafting, and Future Planning dimensions.
How long does the Life Crafting Scale take?
It takes about 4 minutes to answer all 9 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.