14 Optimism description

This is the Optimism/Hope measure from the Values in Action inventory (Peterson, Seligman, et al. 2004). It is an 8-item measure scored on a 5-point Likert scale from 0 = “Strongly disagree” to 4 = “Strongly agree”.

Qualtrics scores the measure internally, so you can merge the score variables into your own data set. Scores range from 0-32.

14.1 Example items

I look on the bright side.

I am not confident that my way of doing things will work out for the best. (RC)

14.2 Variable Names

  • Total combined score = SC0

References

Peterson, Christopher, Martin EP Seligman, et al. 2004. Character Strengths and Virtues: A Handbook and Classification. Vol. 1. Oxford University Press.