Description

The WHO Quality of Life Scale (WHOQOL-120) is a questionnaire developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to measure quality of life. The purpose of this scale is to capture an individual’s subjective perception of their quality of life, considering various aspects such as physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, and environment. The questionnaire includes 120 questions that examine multidimensional factors related to quality of life.

Data Analysis and Use

Data Analysis:The WHOQOL-120 provides information on various areas of an individual’s life, such as health, psychology, and social relationships. Data analysis is conducted using statistical tools to evaluate the individual’s quality of life in each of these areas.
The results can be used to compare individual data with population data or to track changes in quality of life before and after interventions or treatments.
Use of Data:The scale is used in various clinical, social, and research settings to evaluate quality of life. It is often used to measure the effectiveness of medical and psychological interventions.

Purpose

The primary goal of the WHOQOL-120 is to assess quality of life from the individual’s perspective. It is used to understand the factors that affect daily life and helps improve health and well-being programs, as well as develop intervention strategies aimed at enhancing quality of life.

Scoring

Scoring for the WHOQOL-120 is based on a Likert scale, where participants rate their experience in various areas from 1 (very low) to 5 (very high). Scores are typically grouped into domains such as physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, and environment. Data analysis uses statistical models to generate results.

Bibliography

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