3 minutes
The Resilience in Midlife Scale is designed to measure the psychological resilience of individuals aged 18 and over. To be eligible to complete the survey, participants must be at least 18 years of age and self-report as having no major mental health or physical illness that affects their ability to participate.
Deal with whatever comes my way
Achieve my goals
My life has meaning
Overcome financial difficulties
Friends I can confide in
Not easily discouraged by failure
View change as a challenge
Can find a solution to a problem
In control of my own life
Cope well with stress
Have someone to help me if needed
Ability to deal with death
Do not give up when things look hopeless
Accept changes to body due to age
Can get through difficult times
Rely on family in tough times
Equipped to handle changed work conditions
Belief in myself gets me through
Follow through with plans
I have influence over what happens to me
Cope positively with illness
Love challenges and follow them through
Difficulty with loved ones leaving home
Control how I respond to events in my life
Spiritual beliefs give me hope during loss