Self-Care Inventory: Test Your Self-Care Habits

Do you give yourself the love that you give to others?

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: March 18, 2026

The Self-Care Inventory is a theory-based instrument developed to measure self-care in the general adult population, regardless of health status or age. This adapted version captures a comprehensive range of self-care behaviors and practices across different dimensions—including physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects of self-care. For additional insights into your well-being, you might also take our Flourishing Measure.

Self-Care Inventory: Take The 10-Item Test

Complete the questions below. For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I make sure to get enough sleep.

2. I try to avoid getting sick (e.g., get the flu shot, wash your hands).

3. I do physical activity (e.g., take a brisk walk, use the stairs).

4. I eat a balanced and varied diet.

5. I see my healthcare provider for routine health care (e.g., routine check-up, dentist, gynecologist).

6. If/when prescribed, I take prescribed medicines without missing a dose.

7. I do something to relieve stress (e.g., meditation, yoga, music).

8. I avoid smoking.

9. I monitor my health regularly.

10. If/when prescribed, I monitor for medicine side-effects.

Now, enter your demographics to see how you stack up against others.

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Age

Gender

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Source

Luciani, M., De Maria, M., Page, S. D., Barbaranelli, C., Ausili, D., & Riegel, B. (2022). Measuring self-care in the general adult population: Development and psychometric testing of the self-care inventory. BMC Public Health, 22(1). [Read Paper]

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?
It takes about 1-2 minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?
Yes, all Self-Care Inventory answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?
Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Self-Care Inventory results may have changed.

Will this quiz tell me if I am burning out?
While this is not a diagnostic tool for burnout, low scores on this inventory can indicate a lack of self-care which is a primary risk factor for burnout and high stress.

Can my results help me improve my health?
Absolutely. Identifying gaps in your self-care routine—whether physical, emotional, or social—is the first step toward building healthier habits and enhancing your resilience.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.

Self-Care Inventory: Test Your Self-Care Habits

Self-Care Inventory: Take The 10-Item Test

Now, enter your demographics to see how you stack up against others.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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