The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) is a validated 15-item measure of dispositional mindfulness — a receptive, present-centered awareness of what is occurring in the moment. It was developed by Brown & Ryan (2003; J Pers Soc Psychol, 84(4):822-848; PMID 12703651).
How to use it: Rate how frequently or infrequently you have each everyday experience lately, from 1 (Almost Always) to 6 (Almost Never). Answer for how you actually are, not how you think you should be.
Reading your score: Add the 15 ratings for a total from 15 to 90 (shown above). Divide by 15 for the 1-6 mean used in research; higher means more present-moment awareness. The bands above are general guides rather than clinical cutoffs.
Limitations: This is a self-report screening tool, not a diagnosis. Mindfulness is one trait among many and can vary day to day. It does not replace a clinical evaluation.
When to seek help: If attention, stress, or low mood worries you, consider speaking with a mental health professional. If you ever feel you might harm yourself, contact a crisis line such as 988 (US) right away.
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