Analysis

Global Self-Worth refers to an individual’s overall perception of their value and self-esteem across various aspects of life. It represents a holistic measure of the general self-evaluation, which integrates a sense of personal worth, competence, and success.

Objective

The main objective of measuring Global Self-Worth is to assess an individual’s overall sense of value and self-esteem, identify areas where the person may have low self-esteem, and understand the underlying causes.

Calibration

The measurement of Global Self-Worth usually consists of questions or statements that participants rate on a Likert scale, ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 or 7 (strongly agree). These questions may relate to general self-evaluation, perceived competence, and self-esteem in comparison to others.

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