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Dr Neffs Self Compassion Scale

Dr. Neff’s Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) is a psychometric measure designed to measure the construct of self-compassion. It is a self-report measure, consisting of 26 items that assess three components of self-compassion: Self-kindness, Common Humanity, and Mindfulness.

5 minutes to complete

Eligibility

General eligibility to complete Dr Neff's Self-Compassion Scale is 18 years or older.

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Questions for Dr Neffs Self Compassion Scale

Questions

1.

 I’m disapproving and judgmental about my own flaws and inadequacies. 

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
2.

When I’m feeling down I tend to obsess and fixate on everything that’s wrong.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
3.

When things are going badly for me, I see the difficulties as part of life that everyone goes through.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
4.

When I think about my inadequacies, it tends to make me feel more separate and cut off from the rest of the world.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
5.

I try to be loving towards myself when I’m feeling emotional pain.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
6.

When I fail at something important to me I become consumed by feelings of inadequacy.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
7.

When I'm down and out, I remind myself that there are lots of other people in the world feeling like I am.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
8.

When times are really difficult, I tend to be tough on myself.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
9.

When something upsets me I try to keep my emotions in balance.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
10.

When I feel inadequate in some way, I try to remind myself that feelings of inadequacy are shared by most people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
11.

I’m intolerant and impatient towards those aspects of my personality I don't like.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
12.

When I’m going through a very hard time, I give myself the caring and tenderness I need.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
13.

When I’m feeling down, I tend to feel like most other people are probably happier than I am.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
14.

When something painful happens I try to take a balanced view of the situation.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
15.

I try to see my failings as part of the human condition.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
16.

When I see aspects of myself that I don’t like, I get down on myself.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
17.

When I fail at something important to me I try to keep things in perspective.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
18.

When I’m really struggling, I tend to feel like other people must be having an easier time of it.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
19.

I’m kind to myself when I’m experiencing suffering.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
20.

When something upsets me I get carried away with my feelings.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
21.

I can be a bit cold-hearted towards myself when I'm experiencing suffering.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
22.

When I'm feeling down I try to approach my feelings with curiosity and openness.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
23.

I’m tolerant of my own flaws and inadequacies.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
24.

When something painful happens I tend to blow the incident out of proportion.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
25.

When I fail at something that's important to me, I tend to feel alone in my failure.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often
26.

I try to be understanding and patient towards those aspects of my personality I don't like.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Never
  2. Rarely
  3. Sometimes
  4. Always
  5. Often

Scales Similar to Dr Neffs Self Compassion Scale

  • The Coping Self-Compassion Scale (CS-CS)
  • The Self-Compassion Scale-Short Form (SCS-SF)
  • The Self-Compassion Scale for Parents (SCSP)
  • The Self-Compassion Scale for Children and Adolescents (SCSCA)
  • The Self-Compassion Scale for Intimate Relationships (SCSIR)
  • The Self-Compassion Scale for Caregivers (SCSC)

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Dr Neffs Self Compassion Scale

What is Dr. Neff's Self-Compassion Scale?

The Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) is a tool developed by Kristin Neff, a leading researcher in the field of self-compassion. The SCS assesses six facets of self-compassion: self-kindness, common humanity, mindfulness, over-identification, isolation, and self-judgment.

How can I use the Self-Compassion Scale?

The SCS can be used to measure levels of self-compassion in individuals. It can also be used to compare levels of self-compassion between different groups of individuals. Additionally, the SCS can be used to identify areas of self-compassion that need improvement for any given individual.

What scores indicate higher levels of self-compassion?

Higher scores on the SCS indicate higher levels of self-compassion.

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