Wellness Assessments

Intellectual Wellness Assessment

The intellectual dimension involves embracing creativity and mental stimulation.

Feel free to print this page and take the test or log-in at https://www.shs.ilstu.edu/wellness/account/ to complete the electronic version.

Read each statement carefully and respond honestly by using the following scoring:

Almost always = 2 points Sometimes/occasionally = 1 point Very seldom = 0 points

_____ 1. I am interested in learning new things.

_____ 2. I try to keep abreast of current affairs - locally, nationally, and internationally.

_____ 3. I enjoy attending special lectures, plays, musical performances, museums, galleries, and/or libraries.

_____ 4. I carefully select movies and television programs.

_____ 5. I enjoy creative and stimulating mental activities/games.

_____ 6. I am happy with the amount and variety that I read.

_____ 7. I make an effort to improve my verbal and written skills.

_____ 8. A continuing education program is/will be important to me in my career.

_____ 9. I am able to analyze, synthesize, and see more than one side of an issue.

_____ 10. I enjoy engaging in intellectual discussions.

_______ Total for Intellectual Wellness Dimension

Score: 15 to 20 Points - Excellent strength in this dimension.

Score: 9 to 14 Points - There is room for improvement. Look again at the items in which you scored 1 or 0. What changes can you make to improve your score?

Score: 0 to 8 Points - This dimension needs a lot of work. Look again at this dimension and challenge yourself to begin making small steps toward growth here. Remember: The goal is balanced wellness.

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