How long does this quiz take?

It takes about 3-4 minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all Climate Change Worry 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 Climate Change Worry Scale results may have changed.

Will this quiz tell me if I have clinical anxiety?

No, this is a self-assessment tool designed to measure distress levels related to environmental concerns and is not a clinical diagnosis.

Can my results help me manage my stress?

Yes, by identifying which areas of environmental worry affect you most, you can better target your coping strategies.

Discover how your concerns about the changing environment are affecting your emotional health and daily life.

Climate Change Worry Scale

Take this test to measure the emotional impact of a changing world.

By Scott Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Reviewed by Mark Travers, Ph.D.

Environmental distress, often referred to as eco-anxiety, is a growing psychological phenomenon characterized by chronic fear of environmental doom. This Climate Change Worry Quiz is designed to help you identify the depth of your concerns and how they might be manifesting as stress or paralysis in your personal life.

Understanding these feelings is the first step toward building resilience and finding a healthy balance between awareness and well-being. While staying informed is vital for global citizenship, persistent worry can sometimes lead to feelings of helplessness or "climate paralysis."

This test explores different facets of environmental worry, from media consumption habits to the emotional toll of severe weather events. If you find that your anxiety is affecting your focus, you may also find our Anxiety Sensitivity Test helpful for understanding your general stress responses, or our Connectedness to Nature Scale, which explores the more positive aspects of our bond with the earth.

By reflecting on your emotional connection to the planet, you can better navigate the complexities of modern environmental challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: It takes about three minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Climate Change Worry 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 Climate Change Worry Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz tell me if I have clinical anxiety?: No, this is a self-assessment tool designed to measure distress levels related to environmental concerns and is not a clinical diagnosis.
Can my results help me manage my stress?: Yes, by identifying which areas of environmental worry affect you most, you can better target your coping strategies.

Climate Change Worry Scale: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Environmental Distress

For each statement, indicate how frequently you experience these feelings on a scale of 1 (Never) to 5 (Always). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I worry about climate change more than other people.

2. Thoughts about climate change cause me to have worries about what the future may hold.

3. I tend to seek out information about climate change in the media (e.g., TV, newspapers, internet).

4. I tend to worry when I hear about climate change, even when the effects of climate change may be some time away.

5. I worry that outbreaks of severe weather may be the result of a changing climate.

6. I worry about climate change so much that I feel paralyzed in being able to do anything about it.

7. I worry that I might not be able to cope with climate change.

8. I notice that I have been worrying about climate change.

9. Once I begin to worry about climate change, I find it difficult to stop.

10. I worry about how climate change may affect the people I care about.

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 Climate Change Worry Scale Answers

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

References

Stewart, A. E. (2021). Psychometric properties of the Climate Change Worry Scale. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(2), 494.

Disclaimer

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