Welcome!
This self-assessment questionnaire is designed to help you better understand your experiences with social anxiety. By reflecting on the specific situations that may cause discomfort or fear, you’ll gain valuable insights into how social anxiety could be affecting your daily life and interactions.
Upon completing the questionnaire, you will receive:
- A Total Social Anxiety Score: This will indicate the overall intensity of your social anxiety.
- Detailed Subcategory Scores: These scores will provide insights into different aspects of social anxiety, helping you identify specific areas where you may experience challenges.
Instructions:
- Read each statement carefully and reflect on how much it applies to you.
- Use the provided rating scale to indicate your response:
- Not at all characteristic of me
- Slightly characteristic of me
- Moderately characteristic of me
- Very characteristic of me
- Extremely characteristic of me
- Be honest and spontaneous in your responses—there are no right or wrong answers.
Before you begin, please note that this test is designed for your personal reflection. We do not collect or store any of your responses - they will remain anonymous and confidential.
Important Note:
This assessment is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If you have concerns about your mental health or would like further guidance, please consult a qualified mental health professional.
1.
I feel anxious when I am the center of attention.
2.
I experience anxiety when expressing disagreement or asserting myself.
3.
I am afraid of being criticized.
4.
I avoid eye contact during conversations.
5.
I feel anxious when speaking or performing in front of an audience.
6.
I bring someone with me to events to feel more comfortable.
7.
I feel anxious when being observed while performing a task.
8.
My daily routine is affected by efforts to avoid social situations.
9.
I often feel that others are watching and evaluating me.
10.
I prefer to stay at home rather than go out with others.
11.
My social anxiety interferes with my work or academic performance.
12.
I feel anxious when initiating conversations or social interactions.
13.
I avoid pursuing opportunities (e.g., promotions, new projects) because of my anxiety.
14.
I experience anxiety when participating in social gatherings.
15.
I feel isolated or lonely due to my avoidance of social interactions.
16.
I find it difficult to develop close relationships due to my anxiety.
17.
I experience anxiety when returning items or dealing with customer service representatives.
18.
I experience anxiety when participating in small talk.
19.
My overall health is affected by the stress of social anxiety (e.g., sleep issues, headaches).
20.
I avoid making phone calls if I can send a text or email instead.
21.
I feel anxious when entering a room where others are already seated.
22.
I am concerned about making a bad impression.
23.
I worry that people won't like me.
24.
I am afraid that people will find flaws in me.
25.
I fear being rejected by others.
26.
I feel anxious when interacting with authority figures (e.g., supervisors, teachers, officials).
27.
I miss important events because of my anxiety.
28.
Because of my anxiety I struggle to participate in activities I would otherwise enjoy.
29.
I feel anxious when others are looking at me in public.
30.
I experience anxiety when being introduced to new people.
31.
I rehearse what I will say before speaking to others.
32.
I feel anxious when I have to perform under pressure or time constraints in front of others.
33.
My quality of life is diminished because of my social fears.
34.
My social anxiety causes me significant distress.
35.
I decline invitations to events where I might meet new people.
36.
I experience anxiety when interacting with unfamiliar people.
37.
I often think that others are judging me negatively.
38.
I experience anxiety during group discussions or meetings.
39.
I steer clear of situations where I might be the center of attention.
40.
I worry about being disapproved of by others.
41.
I avoid attending social gatherings whenever possible.
42.
I use humor or sarcasm to deflect attention from myself.
43.
I fear that I will be embarrassed in front of others.
44.
I worry about what others think of me.
45.
I stick close to people I know well at social events.
