Are You Ready For A Support Group or Community?SCARS Research Team2026-06-22T18:31:58-04:00
Peer Support Readiness Self-Assessment — SCARS InstituteSCARS Institute|Recovery Support Tools
Peer Support Readiness Self-Assessment
A guided self-evaluation to help determine whether peer support, professional therapy, or a combination is the right recovery environment for you right now.
12 Sections60 Questions5 Questions at a Time10–15 Minutes
⚠️If you are currently experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please contact a crisis line immediately. USA: Call or text 988 · UK: 116 123 · International: findahelpline.com
ℹ️This assessment is not a diagnostic tool and does not diagnose any mental health condition. Answer each statement honestly based on how you have felt and behaved during the past 30 days.
How This Assessment Works
You will move through 12 short sections, each covering a different aspect of your recovery readiness. Each section has 5 questions. Complete one section at a time and move forward at your own pace. Your progress is saved as you go.
1 Emotional Stability
2 Trauma Severity
3 Safety & Crisis Risk
4 Reality Testing
5 Acceptance of Victimization
6 Self-Awareness
7 Emotional Containment
8 Social Functioning
9 Recovery Orientation
10 Capacity to Help Others
11 Scam Attachment
12 Peer Support Readiness
Rating Scale
0
Strongly Disagree
1
Disagree
2
Neutral / Unsure
3
Agree
4
Strongly Agree
Overall Progress
0 / 60
Your Assessment Results
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out of 240 total points
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Domain Breakdown
This tool is provided by the SCARS Institute for educational and self-evaluation purposes only. It does not constitute medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis, please contact a qualified mental health professional or crisis service immediately.