How long does this quiz take?

It should take about two minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?

Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.

Will this quiz identify my specific relationship attachment style?

This quiz will give you an indication of your level of emotional avoidance, which is a key component of attachment style.

Can understanding my emotional closeness style improve my relationships?

Absolutely. Self-awareness of your attachment patterns can help you understand your reactions to intimacy and enable you to build healthier, more secure relationships.

Learn about your romantic relationship style and see if you prefer emotional independence.

Avoidant Attachment Scale

Uncover your comfort level with intimacy and closeness in your romantic life by taking this short quiz.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

The Avoidant Attachment Test is designed to help you explore your behavioral patterns in romantic relationships, particularly concerning your comfort with intimacy and emotional vulnerability. Your attachment style, rooted in your earliest experiences with caregivers, profoundly shapes how you seek or avoid connection as an adult. By honestly assessing your tendencies, you can gain valuable insight into why you react the way you do when partners attempt to get closer.

The concept of romantic attachment provides a powerful framework for understanding relationship dynamics.This quiz is informed by established psychological research on adult romantic attachment. While it is not a substitute for professional diagnosis, it serves as a starting point for self-reflection. To further explore related relationship dynamics, consider taking our Fear of Intimacy Scale and the Relationship Satisfaction Scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: It should take about two minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Avoidant Attachment Scale answers are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?: Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Avoidant Attachment Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz identify my specific relationship attachment style?: This quiz will give you an indication of your level of emotional avoidance, which is a key component of attachment style.
Can understanding my emotional closeness style improve my relationships?: Absolutely. Self-awareness of your attachment patterns can help you understand your reactions to intimacy and enable you to build healthier, more secure relationships.

Avoidant Attachment Scale: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Emotional Closeness

For each statement, indicate how much you agree on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I hesitate to share my personal problems and deepest concerns with my romantic partner.

2. I get uneasy or uncomfortable if my partner becomes too emotionally intimate with me.

3. I often prefer to deal with personal challenges without involving my partner.

4. When a relationship begins to feel too close, I tend to create distance.

5. Seeking comfort or reassurance from my partner is something I generally avoid.

6. I make an effort to maintain a degree of personal separation in my relationship.

7. I find it difficult to depend on my partner for emotional support.

Step 2: Enter Your Demographics

Provide your age, gender, region, and first name for a detailed report comparing your results to others.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Submit Your Avoidant Attachment Scale Answers

After completing all questions, click below to send your responses to Mark Travers, Ph.D. All answers are anonymized and confidential.

References

Wei, M., Russell, D. W., Mallinckrodt, B., & Vogel, D. L. (2007). The experiences in close relationship scale (ECR)-short form: reliability, validity, and factor structure. Journal of Personality Assessment, 88(2), 187–204.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.