Fear Of Vomiting Test: Assess Your Emetophobia Symptoms

Understanding the impact of emetophobia on your daily life and well-being.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Emetophobia is a specific type of anxiety characterized by an overwhelming and irrational fear of vomiting or witnessing others be sick. While many people find the idea of illness unpleasant, those with emetophobia often experience profound distress that dictates their daily routines, diet, and social interactions. This test is designed to help you know whether you exhibit emetophobia, and to identify the specific triggers and avoidance behaviors that may be holding you back from living a full, uninhibited life.

f you find that your physical reactions to stress are a major concern, you may also find our Anxiety Sensitivity Test or the Misophonia Test helpful in exploring other sensory-based sensitivities.

Take The Emetophobia Questionnaire

For each statement, indicate how much you agree. For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I believe that being near vomit is a direct cause of illness or catching a sickness.

2. I keep my distance from adults who I think might be likely to vomit.

3. I try to avoid being around children who seem like they might get sick or vomit.

4. I stay away from specific venues or events where I suspect others might vomit.

5. I experience clear signs of physical anxiety whenever I am exposed to vomiting.

6. I tend to avoid flying on airplanes due to concerns about feeling sick or vomiting.

7. I stay away from public transportation (trains, buses) because I worry about nausea.

8. Traveling by boat or sea is something I avoid to prevent the possibility of vomiting.

9. I avoid visiting locations that lack proper restroom facilities in case I feel nauseous.

10. I am hesitant to go to places where medical help is unavailable if I start to feel sick.

11. I avoid high-speed attractions or theme park rides because I am afraid of throwing up.

12. The sight of someone else vomiting makes me feel like I will become sick as well.

13. I feel physically ill or nauseous if I encounter the smell of vomit.

14. I strictly limit my food choices or avoid specific ingredients because I am afraid they might cause me to become nauseous or vomit.

Now, enter your demographics to see how you stack up against others.

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References

Inspired by work by Boschen, M. J., Veale, D., Ellison, N., & Reddell, T. (2013). The emetophobia questionnaire (EmetQ-13): Psychometric validation of a measure of specific phobia of vomiting (emetophobia). Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 27(2013), 670-677.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this scale take?
It takes a few minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?
Yes, all responses 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.

Disclaimer

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

Fear Of Vomiting Test: Assess Your Emetophobia Symptoms

Take The Emetophobia Questionnaire

Now, enter your demographics to see how you stack up against others.

References

Frequently Asked Questions

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