Screen Sick Test: Are You Suffering from Cybersickness?

Are your devices making you physically ill?

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: March 15, 2026

While “screen sickness” (or cybersickness) often mimics motion sickness, it is a distinct physiological response to a sensory mismatch between your visual system and your vestibular system. When we scroll rapidly or focus intensely on blue-light-emitting pixels, we override our natural blink reflex and confuse our spatial awareness. This 10-item inventory assesses both the ocular and systemic symptoms of prolonged digital immersion. For a more comprehensive look at your digital habits, consider taking our Doomscrolling Scale or the Digital Hoarding Questionnaire.

Take The Screen Sick Test

Step 1: Rate yourself on the following items. For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I experience a sensation of nausea or queasiness after scrolling through social media feeds or reading scrolling text for extended periods.

2. I suffer from tension headaches that seem to originate behind my eyes or at the base of my skull after using digital devices.

3. I notice a temporary blurring of vision or difficulty focusing on distant objects immediately after looking up from a screen.

4. I feel a sense of dizziness, vertigo, or 'spinning' when I stand up after a long session of computer or phone use.

5. My eyes feel dry, gritty, or physically tired by the mid-point of my day.

6. I experience increased irritability after heavy screen usage.

7. I have difficulty falling asleep because my mind feels 'wired', even when my body is exhausted.

8. I feel a phantom sensation of movement or 'lag' in my vision even when I am not looking at a screen.

9. I unconsciously clench my jaw or frown (squint) while browsing on my phone or working on my computer.

10. I experience 'brain fog' or a reduction in cognitive sharpness that only lifts after I have stepped away from technology for a significant time.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?
It takes about 2-3 minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?
Yes, we do not store any identifying data when you take this quiz; your results are calculated locally in your browser.

Can my results help me with a medical diagnosis?
No, this test is for educational and informational purposes only. If you are experiencing persistent vertigo or vision changes, please consult a medical professional.

Disclaimer

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

Screen Sick Test: Are You Suffering from Cybersickness?

Take The Screen Sick Test

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

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