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The aim of the study was to verify factor structure, reliability and validity of the Slovak version of the EPOCH measure of adolescent well-being. The questionnaire is grounded in Seligman's theory of human flourishing and assesses 5 positive psychological characteristics (Engagement, Perseverance, Optimism, Connectedness, and Happiness) that might foster optimal functioning in adulthood. Sample and settings. Factorial validity and reliability was evaluated within the sample of 1009 respondents (M=16.79, SD=2.10) and also in partial samples of boys and girls and respondents in early+middle and late adolescence. Validity was tested in four partial samples, gathered during one academic year as a part of a research project. Statistical analysis. To verify factor structure the confirmatory factor analysis (WLSVM) was conducted, to evaluate reliability and validity Cronbach coefficient alpha and Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated. Results. The Slovak version of the EPOCH measure demonstrated adequate levels of validity and reliability in primary, high school and university students. The five-factor structure reported by the author fit the data well and was equivalent for both genders and age groups. Limits. Additional studies with representative samples of primary, high, and university students, and verifying predictive validity are needed to further validate the measure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]