Multidimensional Anger Level Test: Evaluate Your Emotional Control
Anger is a completely normal and natural human emotion. The problem lies not in the feeling of anger itself, but in how we manage it. This Multidimensional Anger Test is designed for deep self-discovery. It will help you understand what exactly pushes your buttons and how you respond to stress: whether you tend toward open confrontation or prefer to bottle up irritation deep inside.
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What you'll learn
A visual radar diagram of your anger profile across 4 key scales instead of a single number
Hostility: your baseline level of suspicion and distrust toward others
Physical Reaction: tendency to express emotions through active actions and bodily tension
Verbal Reaction: how often you use sarcasm, shouting, or sharp words in arguments
Suppressed Anger: the habit of bottling up emotions and simmering with irritation inside
Key facts
History & development
Dollard et al. publish the frustration-aggression theory
Jerry Siegel creates the Multidimensional Anger Inventory (MAI)
Spielberger develops the State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory (STAXI)
Buss & Perry publish the Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ)
Spielberger releases the updated STAXI-2
Novaco publishes the Anger Scale and Provocation Inventory (NAS-PI)
About the methodology
Research into anger as a multidimensional construct began in the 1930s with the frustration-aggression theory (Dollard et al., 1939). By the 1980s, anger was understood as a complex emotion comprising cognitive (hostile thoughts), physiological (bodily arousal), behavioral (aggressive actions), and expressive (suppression and expression) components.
Charles Spielberger (1988, 1999) developed STAXI-2, which became the gold standard for anger measurement. Jerry Siegel (1986) proposed the Multidimensional Anger Inventory (MAI), integrating hostility, physical and verbal aggression.
Studies by Novaco (2003) and Buss & Perry (1992) expanded the picture with scales of passive aggression and suppressed anger. Our test combines these approaches into a four-scale model covering all major facets of anger.
Scientific references
Frequently asked questions
What does this test measure?
The test evaluates four dimensions of anger: hostility (baseline distrust), physical aggression (bodily reactions to anger), verbal aggression (verbal reactions in conflicts), and suppressed anger (emotion suppression). You will receive a radar diagram of your profile.
How long does it take?
The test takes about 10 minutes. It contains 38 statements rated on a five-point scale.
What scientific methodology is the test based on?
The test is developed based on the Multidimensional Anger Inventory (MAI, Siegel, 1986) and STAXI-2 (Spielberger, 1999), supplemented with passive aggression scales from Novaco (2003) and Buss & Perry (1992).
Can results change over time?
Yes. Anger levels depend on current stress, life circumstances, and emotion management skills. With regular mindfulness practice and relaxation techniques, scores can improve significantly.
Is this test a medical diagnosis?
No. The test is designed for self-discovery and educational purposes. It helps you recognize your anger patterns but does not replace a consultation with a psychologist or therapist.
Instructions
Rate each statement on a scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). Answer honestly and quickly, based on your typical behavior. There are no right or wrong answers. 💡 Please note: this tool is intended solely for entertainment and educational purposes. It helps develop emotional intelligence but is not a medical or psychiatric diagnosis.
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