Optimism Test (LOT-R)
Assess optimistic and pessimistic expectations about the future.
Instruction: Answer based on your usual experience with optimism during the recent period. Choose the option that feels closest.
This describes me: expecting things can improve.
Test basis
Format: Life Orientation Test-Revised. The score is calculated from your answers using the scale shown in the test, so answer based on your recent real experience rather than trying to choose a "right" result.
Not a diagnosis
This self-assessment is educational and does not replace diagnosis, treatment, or care from a qualified professional. If you feel unsafe, at risk of harming yourself, experience violence, or are in severe distress, contact local emergency services, a crisis line, or a qualified professional immediately.
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