Social Support Scale (MSPSS)
12-item measure of perceived social support from family and friends
Do you have people you can turn to? The MSPSS measures perceived social support from family, friends, and significant others. 12 items, about 3-5 minutes.
Who's Got Your Back?
The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) measures how supported you feel by family, friends, and significant others across 12 items. Zimet, Dahlem, Zimet & Farley published it in 1988. Three subscales - family, friends, significant other - each scored separately. Quick to fill out, it's a staple in both clinical and research settings.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 12 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Dimension breakdown — separate scores for each sub-scale
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed on screen. No account or login needed.