Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale

The scale determines individual self-worth by measuring both positive and negative feelings about the self.

• For items 1,2,4,6,7: Strongly Agree (3), Agree (2), Disagree (1), and Strongly Disagree (0).
• For items 3,5,8,9,10 (reversed in valence): Strongly Agree (0), Agree (1), Disagree (2), and Strongly Disagree (3).

Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale Interpretation:

• 0-15 Low Self-Esteem
• 15-25 Normal range
• 25-30 High Self-Esteem

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