Emotional Abuse Test

Have you ever been insulted or humiliated by someone close to you in public? Does your husband or wife try to control every aspect of your life? Are you and your efforts often ignored by your loved ones? Maybe you should take this Emotional Abuse Test to find out if you are a victim of emotional abuse or not.

What Is Emotional Abuse?

Emotional abuse is a form of psychological and mental harassment that includes both non-verbal as well as verbal actions that aim to cause humiliation, manipulation and emotional distress or pain.

Even though it might be a challenge to understand and prove emotional abuse, know that it is as, if not more harmful than physical violence. It is also very important to acknowledge that the victim is never to blame for being subjected to emotional abuse.

The abuser is entirely accountable for their actions and the harm they cause.

Here are the signs of emotional abuse:

  • Constant criticism or belittling.
  • Subjecting you to gaslighting.
  • Controlling every little thing and isolating you from others.
  • Silent treatment or emotional withdrawal.
  • Blaming you for everything.
  • Unpredictable and volatile mood swings that keep you walking on eggshells.
  • Consistently dismissing your emotions or opinions.
  • Guilt-tripping or emotionally manipulating you.
  • Threatening to punish or leave you.
  • Constantly making you feel worthless or unlovable.

Related: The Quiet Cruelty: A Closer Look At 7 Types Of Non Verbal Emotional Abuse

Victims of emotional abuse often feel:

  • Trapped, powerless
  • Unable to leave the abusive relationship
  • Low self-esteem
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Suicidal thoughts

Now onto the Emotional Abuse Test.

Instructions For Taking Online Emotional Abuse Test

Below is a list of statements that relates to an individual’s experience of emotional abuse. Please read each statement carefully and rate the extent to which these are relevant to you.

Please note: This test is a self-assessment.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the 5 signs of emotional abuse?

The 5 major signs of emotional abuse are – constant insults and criticism, blaming and guilt-tripping, emotional withholding as a form of punishment, controlling and isolating someone, and gaslighting.

2. What are the 4 cycles of emotional abuse?

The 4 cycles of emotional abuse are tension building, threat of violence, reconciliation and calm.

3. How to heal after emotional abuse?

Some of the best things you can do to heal from emotional abuse are – learn to identify what emotional abuse is, practice self-compassion, rely on your loved ones for support, document your feelings, focus on your own needs, and remind yourself that it’s not your fault.

More Mental Health Tests

Share your love

Disclaimer: All content on Mind Help has been created and reviewed by qualified mental health professionals and is intended for informational and self-awareness purposes only. It is not a substitute for personalized medical or mental health care. If you're struggling emotionally or facing mental health challenges, please reach out to a qualified healthcare professional for support.