World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL)

The WHOQOL is a self-report tool used to assess the quality of life across multiple domains. It helps in identifying overall well-being and satisfaction in various aspects of life.

Overview

The WHOQOL is used to assess quality of life across multiple domains.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

100

TIME TO COMPLETE

20-30

minutes

FORMAT

Self-report

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 1-5 scale, with higher scores indicating better quality of life.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate better quality of life.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.92)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating WHOQOL scores with clinical assessments of quality of life.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Self-administered.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor quality of life.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor quality of life.

Research and References
World Health Organization. (1998). Development of the World Health Organization WHOQOL-BREF quality of life assessment. Psychological Medicine, 28(3), 551-558.

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World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL) FAQS

What is the WHOQOL used for?

The WHOQOL is used to assess quality of life across multiple domains.

How is the WHOQOL scored?

Each item is scored on a 1-5 scale, with higher scores indicating better quality of life.

Who uses the WHOQOL?

It is typically self-administered by adults.

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