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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2013 Aug 21.
Published in final edited form as: Am J Health Behav. 2012 Nov;36(6):860–872. doi: 10.5993/AJHB.36.6.12

Table 1.

Items From Anhedonia Scales

Tripartite Pleasure Inventory Items
 Electronic entertainment activities, such as watching TV or movies, listening to music, surfing the Internet, or playing video games
 Eating food that is particularly tasty or delicious
 Noticing beautiful things in your environment, such as a sunset, outdoor landscape, architecture, or attractive people
 Spending time with people you are close to, such as family and friends
 Personal hobbies, such as reading, painting, following sports, or collecting things
 Learning new information or skills
 Going to an event, such as a concert, movie, play, or sporting event
 Romantic or sexual activities
 Socializing with other people in-person or over the phone and Internet
 Accomplishing things, such as work, taking care of family, or housework
Snaith Hamilton Pleasure Scale Items
 I would enjoy my favorite television or radio program
 I would enjoy being with my family or close friends
 I would find pleasure in my hobbies or pastimes
 I would be able to enjoy my favorite meal
 I would enjoy a warm bath or refreshing shower
 I would find pleasure in the scent of flowers or the smell of a fresh sea breeze or freshly baked bread
 I would enjoy seeing other people’s smiling faces
 I would enjoy looking good when I have made an effort with my appearance
 I would enjoy reading a book, magazine, or newspaper
 I would enjoy a cup of tea or coffee or my favorite drink
 I would find pleasure in small things, eg, a bright sunny day or a telephone call from my friend
 I would be able to enjoy a beautiful landscape or view
 I would get pleasure from helping others
 I would feel pleasure when I receive praise from others