Tired of online relationship tests that leave you more confused than before? Researchers at Stockholm University have developed the Valentine Scale, a scientifically-backed questionnaire that helps you reflect on your relationship—no drama, no gimmicks.
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What is the Valentine Scale?
Forget those “Which Disney couple are you?” quizzes. The Valentine Scale is a serious, evidence-based tool rooted in cognitive-behavioral psychology. It evaluates your relationship through seven key questions, focusing on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact with your partner.
The seven questions cover essential aspects like:
- Problem-solving: Are you a team when facing challenges?
- Emotional intimacy: Do you feel emotionally close?
- Shared challenges: How do you handle difficulties together?
Each question has four possible answers, and at the end, you’ll receive an easy-to-interpret score reflecting your relationship satisfaction—no vague or magical predictions here!
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Does It Really Work?
Absolutely! To test its reliability, researchers had 1,300 participants complete the scale and then evaluate their relationships in more detail. The results showed that the Valentine Scale is as reliable as more complex tests (the kind that require specialists) but much simpler to use.
It’s important to note that the Valentine Scale isn’t a final verdict on your relationship. Instead, it’s a tool for reflection and growth. The goal is to foster open communication and understanding, not to create unnecessary anxiety or doubt.
If your results make you question things, don’t panic! Researchers advise that if something concerns you, discussing it with your partner can be the first step toward a stronger relationship—or, if necessary, toward making informed decisions.
“Relationships are dynamic and influenced by many factors, like stress or communication difficulties. Reflecting together can help find ways to move forward,” says Per Carlbring, one of the researchers behind the scale.
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Take the Test Now!
The Valentine Scale is available for free on the Valentinskalan website. After completing the questionnaire, you’ll receive a diagnosis of the confidence level you feel in your relationship (note: it doesn’t evaluate the relationship itself). You’ll also get a set of exercises to strengthen or maintain that confidence.
Here are the questions you’ll answer:
- Can I collaborate well and solve practical problems with my partner?
- Do I feel I can trust my partner?
- Do I quickly resolve conflicts with my partner?
- How often have you thought your relationship isn’t good?
- How often have you considered separating from your partner?
- How emotionally close do you feel to your partner?
- Overall, how satisfied are you with your relationship?
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Be honest with yourself! Honest reflection can be the first step toward strengthening your relationship. Remember, it’s not about winning or losing—it’s about growing together!
This article was originally written in Spanish by Natalia Rodríguez in Ecoosfera.