Arachnophobia Test: Measure Your Spider Fear Severity

Understand your spider fear level.

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

The Arachnophobia Severity Scale is designed to help you evaluate the intensity of your reaction to spiders and arachnids. Inspired by established psychometric research, this test assesses various dimensions of spider phobia, from avoidance behaviors to physiological responses. Understanding the depth of your fear is the first step toward managing it. For more insights into your specific fears, you might also consider taking our Fear of Arthropods Questionnaire or exploring our broader Fear of Animals Scale.

Take The Arachnophobia Severity Scale

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

1. I would avoid traveling to locations known for tarantulas, like certain parts of Mexico.

2. I check fruit like bananas carefully because I fear spiders might be hiding in them.

3. I would refuse to take a biology class if it involved handling live spiders.

4. I would stop reading a story if a spider was introduced into the plot.

5. In addition to spiders, I also feel anxious around millipedes and caterpillars.

6. I would take a longer route to avoid a spider-prone area, even if I were running late.

7. I avoid outdoor activities like camping because I might encounter spiders.

8. Holding a toy spider would cause me significant anxiety.

9. I have to look away if a movie scene shows a spider crawling on someone.

10. I dislike seeing photographs of spiders in magazines or books.

11. I cannot sleep if I know there is a spider on the ceiling nearby.

12. The thought of touching a spider, even a harmless one, terrifies me.

13. I become jumpy and alert if someone mentions spiders are nearby.

14. I avoid going into basements if I suspect spiders might be present.

15. Finding a spider in my shoe would make me feel extremely uncomfortable.

16. The sight of a spider makes me feel physically tense.

17. I feel physically nauseous when I see a spider.

18. Just thinking about spiders makes me shudder.

19. I cannot understand how anyone could hold a spider without fear.

20. I find the way spiders move to be disgusting.

21. I would likely run away if I saw a spider while cleaning.

22. I am more afraid of spiders than any other animal.

23. I always shake out my clothes or towels before using them to ensure no spiders are hiding inside.

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

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References

Inspired by work by Klorman, R., Weerts, T. C., Hastings, J. E., Melamed, B. G., Lang, P. J. (1974). Psychometric descriptions of some specific fear questionnaires. Behavior Therapy, 5, 401-409.

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.

Arachnophobia Test: Measure Your Spider Fear Severity

Take The Arachnophobia Severity Scale

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

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