Dependent Personality Disorder Test
20 Questions
3 Minutes
Do you struggle to function on your own?
Neediness, clinginess, and deep-seated fears of being alone may be signs of dependent personality disorder, a condition marked by over-reliance on others and a perceived inability to care for oneself. Take this test to see if you’re displaying symptoms.
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Who is This Dependent Personality Disorder Test For?
This test is for anyone concerned about neediness, clinginess, abandonment fears, or other signs that may be indicative of dependent personality disorder. It is designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.
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How to Get Help with Dependent Personality Disorder
If you are struggling with excessive dependence on others and wonder if you are showing signs of a personality disorder, seek an evaluation from a mental health professional. To find one near you, visit the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.
Sources
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition.
- Tyrer, P. et al. Dependent Personality Questionnaire (DPQ)
- Poreh, A. The Dependent Personality Questionnaire (DPD-Q)
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