Scale Overview & Construct
12-item health survey measuring physical functioning, role limitations, bodily pain, social functioning, mental health, and vitality — one of the most widely used general health status measures.
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, and are not a diagnosis. Each item uses its own response scale as in the original instrument (Yes/No, 3-point limitation, 5-point health rating, etc.) rather than one shared scale.
License: Public Domain (scale); CC BY 4.0 (implementation). Citation: Ware, J. E., Kosinski, M., & Keller, S. D. (1996). A 12-Item Short-Form Health Survey: construction of scales and preliminary tests of reliability and validity. Medical Care, 34(3), 220-233. This is not a diagnostic tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOS 12-Item Short Form Health Survey?
12-item health survey measuring physical functioning, role limitations, bodily pain, social functioning, mental health, and vitality — one of the most widely used general health status measures.
How long does the MOS 12-Item Short Form Health Survey take?
It takes about 5 minutes to answer all 12 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.