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Emotional
Phobia and Fear Test: Look Into Your Subconscious
Fear is a natural defense mechanism inherited from our ancient ancestors. However, sometimes rational caution turns into irrational anxiety. How do you know what phobia you have? This visual questionnaire will analyze your reactions to uncomfortable situations and reveal your primary subconscious fear.
questions
28
Time
7 min
Method
FSS-III / DSM-5
Rating
4.5
What you'll learn
Which phobia dominates your subconscious
Intensity profile across 7 fear categories
Scientific names of your key triggers
Which situations cause the most discomfort
Personalized analysis of anxiety responses
Strategies for managing subconscious fears
Key facts
12.5%
of people have phobias
1964
year FSS-III was created
500+
documented phobias
90%
CBT therapy success
History & development
1895
Sigmund Freud described the case of 'Little Hans' and proposed the first psychoanalytic interpretation of phobias
1920
'Little Albert' experiment (Watson & Rayner): proof of classical conditioning of fear
1958
Joseph Wolpe developed the systematic desensitization method for treating phobias
1964
Publication of Fear Survey Schedule III (Wolpe & Lang): standardized questionnaire for assessing the fear spectrum
2013
DSM-5 updated specific phobia criteria, identifying 5 subtypes: animal, natural environment, blood-injection-injury, situational, other
About the methodology
The Fear Survey Schedule III (FSS-III) is one of the most cited instruments for assessing the fear spectrum. The original method contains 72 items distributed across categories: social fears, agoraphobia, fear of injury, fear of animals, and others.
Our adapted test identifies 7 key phobia categories most commonly encountered in modern psychological practice. Each scale assesses the intensity of anxious reactions to specific stimuli. According to the cognitive-behavioral model, phobias form through classical conditioning and are maintained by avoidance behavior.
Understanding the structure of your own fears is the first step toward overcoming them. Research shows that awareness of personal triggers significantly improves self-regulation effectiveness.
Scientific references
Wolpe, J., Lang, P.J. (1964)
American Psychiatric Association (2013)
Arrindell, W.A., Pickersgill, M.J., et al. (1991)
Eaton, W.W., Bienvenu, O.J., Miloyan, B. (2018)
Frequently asked questions
What is a phobia and how is it different from a regular fear?
A phobia (from Greek phobos) is a persistent irrational fear of a specific object or situation. Unlike regular fear, a phobia is disproportionate to the actual threat, persists over time, and can lead to avoidance behavior that limits daily life.
How many phobias exist?
Over 500 phobias are described in scientific literature. The most common are: Arachnophobia (spiders), Claustrophobia (enclosed spaces), Acrophobia (heights), Sociophobia (social situations), and Agoraphobia (open spaces).
What is this phobia test based on?
The test is based on the Fear Survey Schedule III (FSS-III), developed by Wolpe and Lang in 1964. It is one of the most validated fear assessment tools in world psychology. We adapted the methodology for 7 primary phobia categories.
Can this test identify my phobia?
The test reveals dominant anxiety reactions and shows the structure of your fears. It highlights your areas of greatest sensitivity, helping you understand which stimuli trigger the strongest response.
How can I overcome a phobia?
The most effective method is graduated exposure: controlled, step-by-step interaction with the object of fear in a safe environment. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques are also widely used.
Instructions
Below are 28 situations. Rate each one on a scale from 1 to 5: how much anxiety or discomfort it causes you. Answer intuitively, based on your first reaction. There are no right or wrong answers.
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