How long does this quiz take?

It 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 if I should quit my job?

This test assesses the presence of gaslighting behaviors, but the decision to leave a job is personal. High scores indicate a toxic environment that may warrant seeking support or considering new opportunities.

Can I use these results to report my boss?

While this is a self-assessment and not a legal tool, the results can help you articulate specific manipulative behaviors (like trivialization) when speaking with HR or a mentor.

This scientifically validated assessment measures the frequency and intensity of manipulative behaviors from supervisors in professional settings.

Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire

Is your boss manipulating your reality?

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: February 17, 2026

Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Gaslighting isn't just for romantic relationships; it can happen in the office, too. The Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire (GWQ) is a 12-item assessment developed by researchers Kukreja and Pandey (2023) to identify toxic supervisory behaviors. It measures two key dimensions: Trivialization (undermining your reality) and Affliction (causing emotional distress). If you feel confused, drained, or constantly questioning your competence because of your boss, this test can help validate your experience. For other workplace or personality insights, consider taking the Impostor Syndrome Scale or the Psychological Safety Scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: It takes about 2-3 minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire 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 Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire results may have changed.
Will this quiz tell me if I should quit my job?: This test assesses the presence of gaslighting behaviors, but the decision to leave a job is personal. High scores indicate a toxic environment that may warrant seeking support or considering new opportunities.
Can I use these results to report my boss?: While this is a self-assessment and not a legal tool, the results can help you articulate specific manipulative behaviors (like trivialization) when speaking with HR or a mentor.

Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire: Take The 12-Item Test

Step 1: Rate Your Experience

For each statement, indicate how often you have experienced this behavior from your supervisor in the past 6 months on a scale of 1 (Never) to 5 (Very Often). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. Your supervisor diverted the topic to project the fault onto you.

2. Your supervisor told you that you were “imagining” things.

3. Your supervisor passed degrading comments followed by rewards.

4. The words of your supervisor did not match with his/her actions.

5. Your supervisor denied the promises he/she made earlier.

6. Your supervisor undermined your complaints.

7. Your supervisor “twisted/misrepresented” things you said.

8. Your supervisor had unnecessary control over you.

9. Your supervisor made you your worst critic.

10. Your supervisor made you depend on him/her for making most of the decisions.

11. You felt emotionally drained at work because of your supervisor.

12. Your supervisor was very sweet to you one moment and very mean the other moment.

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 Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire Answers

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

References

Kukreja, P., & Pandey, J. (2023). Workplace gaslighting: Conceptualization, development, and validation of a scale. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1099485.

Disclaimer

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