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WEMWBS & The NEU Wellbeing Index

Measuring
what matters

Wellbeing should be measurable — but it should never feel medical. We combine validated research with applied frameworks to turn wellbeing insight into structured, practical support.

Evidence-Based
Not Clinical
Preventative
Validated Scale
WEMWBS
Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale
A validated 14-item scale developed by the Universities of Warwick and Edinburgh. It measures positive mental wellbeing — how people are feeling and functioning. At NEU, we use WEMWBS to establish baselines, track change over time, and evidence impact for organisations and funders.
14 items Validated Population measure Not diagnostic
NEU Framework
NEU Wellbeing Index
The NWI — developed by NEU Wellbeing Ltd
A non-diagnostic wellbeing measurement tool designed to track change over time across six interconnected domains: Mental, Emotional, Social, Physical, Creative and Environmental wellbeing. Grounded in biopsychosocial models, positive psychology, and trauma-informed practice.
12 statements 6 domains Non-diagnostic Neuro-affirming
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NWI methodology & ethics

How the Index works

The Index consists of 12 statements (two per domain) rated on a five-point scale. Scoring prioritises domain-level patterns rather than labels. The tool is not diagnostic and is used to guide reflection, conversation, and safe signposting.

Full methodology guide
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Biopsychosocial models — recognising that wellbeing is shaped by biological, psychological and social factors together.
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Positive psychology — focusing on strengths, flourishing, and what's working, not just what's wrong.
3
Mental Health Continuum and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs — situating wellbeing on a spectrum with foundations that must be met.
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Trauma-informed practice and neurodiversity-affirming principles — ensuring the tool is safe and inclusive for all.
NEU Wellbeing Index (NWI) — Licensing & Attribution
The NWI is the intellectual property of NEU Wellbeing Ltd. All content, structure, questions, scoring logic, and interpretation frameworks are © NEU Wellbeing Ltd. The Index may not be reproduced, adapted, or redistributed without written permission, except where explicitly licensed. Organisations using the NWI must attribute it as: "NEU Wellbeing Index (NWI) © NEU Wellbeing Ltd – used with permission."
WEMWBS — Licensing & Attribution
WEMWBS © University of Warwick (Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale). Used under licence. WEMWBS is a population wellbeing measure and is not a diagnostic instrument.