What This Test Measures
Relationship satisfaction is how happy you feel with your partnership overall. Researchers find it rests on a handful of areas, and a problem in one can colour everything else. This test scores four:
| Area | Key question |
|---|---|
| Communication | Can we talk, listen and laugh together? |
| Intimacy and affection | Do we feel close, physically and emotionally? |
| Support and respect | Do we have each other’s backs and treat each other well? |
| Shared future | Do we want the same things and feel secure? |
How It Is Scored
You rate 20 statements about the past month. Four are reversed, such as “I often think about leaving”. Your total and four areas appear as percentages.
| Score | Result |
|---|---|
| 0% to 40% | Struggling |
| 41% to 60% | Mixed satisfaction |
| 61% to 80% | Satisfied |
| 81% to 100% | Thriving |
All statements are original to PrismaTest and are not taken from published scales such as the Relationship Assessment Scale or the Couples Satisfaction Index.
What Research Says Predicts Satisfaction
- Responsiveness. Harry Reis’s research shows that feeling understood, valued and cared for by a partner is one of the strongest predictors of satisfaction.
- How you fight. John Gottman found that contempt, criticism, defensiveness and stonewalling predict breakups, while gentle starts and repair attempts protect relationships.
- Positive moments. Couples who respond enthusiastically to each other’s good news report more satisfaction.
- Fairness. Perceived unfairness in chores and childcare is a common source of resentment.
- Satisfaction changes over time. Many studies show a dip after the first years and during stressful periods such as early parenthood.
Using Your Result
- Find your lowest area and talk about it with your partner, ideally at a calm time.
- Ask your partner to take the test too and compare your bars. Different scores in the same area are a great conversation starter.
- Pick one small habit linked to that area, such as a weekly check-in or a daily hug.
When To Seek Help
If your scores are low across the board, a couples counsellor can help. If your relationship involves fear, control or violence, contact a domestic abuse support service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it normal for relationship satisfaction to drop?
Yes. Stress, children and routine often lower satisfaction temporarily. Effort and support can raise it again.
What matters most for a happy relationship?
Feeling understood and respected by your partner is consistently among the most important factors.
Should both partners take the test?
It helps. Comparing results shows where you see the relationship differently.
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