How long does this quiz take?

Most people complete this quiz in about 5 minutes.

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 diagnose me as codependent?

No. This quiz is not a diagnosis, but it can help highlight behavioral patterns that may affect your relationships and well-being.

Can my results help me improve my relationships?

Yes. Understanding codependent tendencies can support healthier boundaries, communication, and self-care.

This psychology test explores common patterns of codependency, including people-pleasing, emotional overreliance, and difficulty setting boundaries.

Codependency Scale

How much of your self-worth comes from taking care of others?

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Codependency is often misunderstood as simply being caring or selfless. In reality, it involves patterns where a person’s sense of worth becomes closely tied to being needed, approved of, or relied upon by others. Over time, this can lead to emotional exhaustion, resentment, and difficulty recognizing or honoring one’s own needs.

The Codependency Test examines tendencies such as people-pleasing, fear of conflict, difficulty saying no, and deriving identity from caretaking roles. These behaviors can feel automatic or even virtuous, which is why they often go unnoticed until they begin to interfere with relationships, boundaries, or emotional well-being.

Gaining awareness of these patterns can be an important first step toward healthier relationships and stronger self-trust. You may also find it helpful to explore related traits using the Fear of Being Single Scale or the Relationship Satisfaction Scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: Most people complete this quiz in about 5 minutes.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Codependency 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 Codependency Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz diagnose me as codependent?: No. This quiz is not a diagnosis, but it can help highlight behavioral patterns that may affect your relationships and well-being.
Can my results help me improve my relationships?: Yes. Understanding codependent tendencies can support healthier boundaries, communication, and self-care.

Codependency Scale: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Codependency Patterns

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 can become so focused on one person that I neglect other areas of my life.

2. I tend to worry excessively about people and situations.

3. I believe my life would improve if others changed their behavior.

4. I often give more emotional support than I receive in relationships.

5. I go out of my way to avoid conflict, even when it costs me.

6. I often experience a lingering sense of anxiety or impending trouble.

7. I regularly put other people’s needs ahead of my own.

8. I struggle to make decisions without reassurance from others.

9. Saying no to people close to me feels uncomfortable or guilt-inducing.

10. I feel awkward or undeserving when someone compliments me.

11. I feel restless or empty when I don’t have someone else’s problems to focus on.

12. I often step in to help others even when they could manage on their own.

13. I feel guilty when I prioritize my own needs or enjoyment.

14. I frequently find myself in relationships that feel emotionally painful or draining.

15. I keep important parts of myself hidden from others.

16. I bottle up my feelings until they eventually come out all at once.

17. I feel responsible for fixing other people’s problems, even when they didn’t ask for help.

18. I often stay in situations longer than I should because I worry about disappointing others.

19. My mood is strongly affected by how the people close to me are feeling or behaving.

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 Codependency Scale Answers

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

References

Fischer, J. L., & Spann, L. (1991). Measuring codependency. Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly, 8(1), 87–100.

Disclaimer

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