Relationship Satisfaction Scale

Detecting warning signs in your relationship is a key part of staying together for the long haul. Take this 10-item test to find out how happy you are in your relationship compared to others.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | October 10, 2023

The Relationship Satisfaction Scale is a widely recognized tool designed to measure an individual's satisfaction within a romantic relationship.

It evaluates various facets of a relationship, such as intimacy, trust, passion, and commitment, to provide a comprehensive overview of an individual's contentment and fulfillment within the partnership.

Researchers and therapists commonly employ the Relationship Satisfaction Scale to discern patterns and dynamics in romantic relationships, helping them identify areas of strength and potential growth. By doing so, both professionals and couples can pinpoint areas that might benefit from intervention or therapeutic support, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality and satisfaction of romantic relationships.

You can take this test here. Follow all of the steps to receive your results.

Step 1: For each of the statements below, indicate how much you agree with the following statement on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree).

1. I have a close relationship with my spouse/partner.

2. My partner and I don’t have problems in our relationship.

3. I am very happy with our relationship.

4. My partner is generally understanding.

5. I rarely, if ever, consider ending our relationship.

6. I am satisfied with my relationship with my partner.

7. We frequently agree on important decisions.

8. I have been lucky in my choice of a partner.

9. We agree on how children should be raised.

10. I think my partner is satisfied with our relationship.

Step 2: Enter your age, gender, region, and first name so we can provide you with a detailed report that compares your test scores to people similar to you.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Check to make sure you've provided answers to all of the statements/questions above. Once you've done that, click the button below to send your responses to Awake Therapy's Lead Psychologist, Mark Travers, Ph.D. He will provide you with an overview of how you scored relative to others (all answers are anonymized and confidential to protect users' privacy). He can also answer any follow-up questions you may have.

References: Røysamb, E., Vittersø, J., & Tambs, K. (2014). The relationship satisfaction scale-psychometric properties.