Piers-Harris-3 Form
Piers-Harris 3: Self-Concept Assessment for Children and Young Adults
The Piers-Harris 3 is a quick and reliable self-report tool used to assess self-concept in children, adolescents, and young adults. Suitable for individuals aged 6 to 22, it helps identify those who may benefit from further psychological evaluation or support.
This updated edition builds on the strengths of the Piers-Harris 2, with an expanded age range and refined item content to improve both readability and clarity. The Piers-Harris 3 is especially useful in educational, clinical, and research settings where understanding a young person’s self-perception is key to early intervention and support.
What the Piers-Harris 3 Measures
The assessment explores multiple dimensions of self-concept through six key domains:
Behavioural adjustment
Intellectual and school status
Physical appearance and attributes
Freedom from anxiety
Popularity
Happiness and satisfaction
New items have been added to reflect current concerns affecting self-esteem and mental health, such as bullying, social isolation, and body image. These updates allow for a more accurate and nuanced view of a student’s social acceptance and physical self-concept.
Key Benefits
Fast and efficient: Can be completed in just 10 to 15 minutes.
Broader coverage: Now suitable for a wider age range, from childhood through young adulthood.
Updated language: Improved readability ensures understanding across all age groups.
Modern concerns addressed: Includes new content that reflects contemporary issues in youth mental health.
Informs further testing: Helps flag students who may require additional psychological or emotional evaluation.
The Piers-Harris 3 gives professionals a structured, evidence-based way to understand how a young person views themselves in relation to others, their environment, and their own emotional wellbeing.
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Price (excl. VAT):
€116.38