How long does this quiz take?

This quiz takes about 2-3 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 tell me why I fear being single?

This quiz offers insight into the intensity of your concerns but does not diagnose their underlying causes.

Can my results help improve my relationships?

Yes, understanding these fears can help you make more intentional and emotionally healthy relationship choices.

This short psychology-based quiz explores how concerns about lifelong singlehood may influence your emotions, decisions, and relationship patterns.

Fear Of Being Single Scale

Understand how fears about being alone may be shaping your love life.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Many people value romantic connection, but for some, the idea of remaining single carries deep emotional weight. The Fear Of Singlehood Quiz explores how worries about lifelong singlehood can influence self-perception, relationship choices, and emotional well-being.

Research suggests that strong fears about being alone may lead people to stay in unsatisfying relationships, rush commitment, or question their own worth. This quiz is designed to help you reflect on whether these concerns quietly shape your thoughts or behaviors.

If this topic resonates, you may also find insight from our Loneliness in Intimate Relationships Scale or the Relationship Satisfaction Scale, which explore related emotional patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: This quiz takes about 2-3 minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Fear Of Being Single 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 Fear Of Being Single Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz tell me why I fear being single?: This quiz offers insight into the intensity of your concerns but does not diagnose their underlying causes.
Can my results help improve my relationships?: Yes, understanding these fears can help you make more intentional and emotionally healthy relationship choices.

Fear Of Singlehood Quiz: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Fear of Being Alone

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 believe dating becomes much harder as people get older.

2. It scares me to think that I might never find someone who truly wants to be with me.

3. Being without a romantic partner feels like a personal failure to me.

4. I worry that I might settle for the wrong relationship just to avoid being alone.

5. I sometimes worry that I am running out of time to find a long-term partner.

6. The thought of spending my life without a romantic partner makes me feel uneasy.

7. I feel pressure to find a partner before certain life milestones pass me by.

8. If I remained single long-term, I would likely question my own worth.

9. I feel uncomfortable when I compare my relationship status to people around me who are partnered.

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 Fear Of Being Single Scale Answers

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

References

Spielmann, S. S., MacDonald, G., Maxwell, J. A., Joel, S., Peragine, D., Muise, A., & Impett, E. A. (2013). Settling for less out of fear of being single. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 105(6), 1049–1073.

Disclaimer

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