SCORING LIFE ORIENTATION TEST

1. Reverse code items 3, 7 and 9 prior to scoring (0=4) (1=3) (2=2) (3=1) (4=0)

2. Add items 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, and 10 to obtain overall score.

Note: Statements 2, 5, 6, and 8 are filler items only. They are not scored.

Reference: Scheier, M.F., Carver, C.S., and Bridges, M.W. Distinguishing Optimism from Neuroticism (and Trait Anxiety, Self-Mastery and Self-Esteem): A Re-Evaluation of the Life Orientation Test. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology 67, 1994, 1063–78.