How long does this quiz take?

Most people complete this test in about five 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 a mindfulness problem?

No. This test is a self-reflection tool designed to increase awareness, not to diagnose any condition.

Can my results help me improve mindfulness?

Yes. Your results can highlight patterns that may benefit from mindfulness practices or attention training.

Discover how often you’re truly present versus operating on autopilot in your everyday life.

Mindful Attention Awareness Scale

A quick self-check of your everyday mindfulness and attention.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Mindfulness isn’t about clearing your mind—it’s about noticing what’s already happening. The Present Moment Awareness Test explores how often you stay mentally engaged with what you’re doing versus drifting into distraction or automatic behavior.

Many people move through their days on autopilot, missing physical sensations, emotions, and subtle experiences. Low present-moment awareness is often linked to stress, emotional reactivity, and difficulty focusing. If this sounds familiar, you may also find insight from our Brain Fog Scale or the Doomscrolling Scale.

This test is inspired by decades of psychological research on mindfulness and attention. Your results can help you reflect on habits that shape your mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: Most people complete this test in about five minutes.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Mindful Attention Awareness 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 Mindful Attention Awareness Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz diagnose a mindfulness problem?: No. This test is a self-reflection tool designed to increase awareness, not to diagnose any condition.
Can my results help me improve mindfulness?: Yes. Your results can highlight patterns that may benefit from mindfulness practices or attention training.

Present Moment Awareness Test: Take The Quiz

Step 1: Give Your Ratings Below

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

1. I eat or snack without really noticing it.

2. I notice my emotions only after they have already influenced my behavior.

3. I make small mistakes because my attention is elsewhere.

4. I struggle to stay mentally engaged with what is happening right now.

5. I move from place to place without noticing my surroundings.

6. I become aware of physical tension only when it becomes intense.

7. I quickly forget names or details right after learning them.

8. I feel like I’m functioning on autopilot during daily routines.

9. I rush through tasks without fully attending to them.

10. I focus so much on outcomes that I lose awareness of the process.

11. I complete tasks without remembering much about doing them.

12. I multitask while listening to others, missing parts of the conversation.

13. I arrive somewhere and realize I wasn’t paying attention during the trip.

14. My thoughts frequently drift to the past or future.

15. I do things mechanically without much awareness.

16. I overlook subtle sounds, smells, or physical sensations unless something pulls my attention to them.

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 Mindful Attention Awareness Scale Answers

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

References

Brown, K. W., & Ryan, R. M. (2003). The benefits of being present: Mindfulness and its role in psychological well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84(4), 822–848.

Disclaimer

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