Gratitude Questionnaire – Six-Item Form [TGQ-6]

Questionnaire Description

The Gratitude Questionnaire–Six-Item Form (TGQ-6) is a brief self-report instrument consisting of 6 items designed to assess an individual’s general tendency to experience and express gratitude. The items focus on appreciation of positive aspects of life, gratitude toward other people, and recognition of meaningful events and experiences.

Aim

The main aim of the TGQ-6 is to provide a concise assessment of dispositional gratitude, reflecting the extent to which individuals recognize and appreciate positive experiences, people, and circumstances in their lives.

Scoring

Responses are provided on a 7-point Likert scale, ranging from 1 = Strongly Disagree to 7 = Strongly Agree.

Items 3 and 6 are reverse-scored, as they are negatively worded in relation to the construct of gratitude.

Higher total scores indicate a stronger tendency to experience gratitude and to appreciate positive aspects of life and interpersonal relationships.

Applications

Due to its brief format, the TGQ-6 can be used in psychological, educational, and social science research, particularly in studies examining gratitude and related aspects of well-being, interpersonal relationships, and positive psychological functioning.