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Assertive, Aggressive, and Shy Behavior Test

In 4 minutes, see whether a high school student tends to respond to stress with confidence, aggression, or withdrawal. Get clear, actionable insight to guide support, coaching, and conflict prevention.
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October 2, 2025
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7/18
Ignoring (I)
Measures the tendency to cope with stressful or conflict situations by disengaging and not addressing the issue directly.
Low
Moderate
High
0 – 6: Low | 7 – 12: Moderate | 13 – 18: High
A score of 7 indicates a moderate tendency to ignore or step back from problems, suggesting you may sometimes avoid direct engagement while still addressing issues at other times.
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9/18
Shy Behavior (SB)
Measures the tendency to respond to stress and conflict with worry, passivity, and avoidance of direct self-expression.
Low shyness
Moderate shyness
High shyness
0 – 6: Low shyness | 7 – 12: Moderate shyness | 13 – 18: High shyness
A score of 9 indicates a moderate level of shy behavior, suggesting you may sometimes hold back or avoid direct discussion in tense situations.
example score
10/18
Aggressive Behavior (AB)
Measures how strongly a person tends to assert their goals in stressful situations through hostile or confrontational actions toward others.
Low
Moderate
High
0 – 7: Low | 8 – 13: Moderate | 14 – 18: High
A score of 10 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting an occasional tendency to respond with irritation or confrontation under pressure that may sometimes escalate interpersonal tension.
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11/18
Assertive Behavior (AB)
Measures the tendency to respond to stressful or conflict situations with calm, assertive self-expression while respecting others.
Low confidence
Moderate confidence
High confidence
0 – 6: Low confidence | 7 – 12: Moderate confidence | 13 – 18: High confidence
A score of 11 indicates a moderate level of confident behavior, suggesting the person often defends their position calmly but may not do so consistently in more challenging situations.
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Who Usually Takes This Test?
School psychologists and counselors
41%OF USERS
Use it to quickly understand how a student reacts under pressure and choose support or correction strategies.
Teachers and homeroom leaders
34%OF USERS
Take it to spot confident, aggressive, or shy patterns that affect classroom behavior and conflict situations.
Concerned parents of teens
25%OF USERS
Use it to better grasp a teenager’s typical responses in tense moments and how to communicate more effectively.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
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Ignoring (I)
Average
10.3
Normal range
8.1 — 12.5
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Shy behavior (Sb)
Average
11.2
Normal range
8.1 — 14.2
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18
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Aggressive Behavior (AB)
Average
9.8
Normal range
7.3 — 12.4
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18
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Confident Behavior (CB)
Average
6.3
Normal range
3.9 — 8.6
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18
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What does this questionnaire measure?
It screens for three common response patterns in stressful or conflict situations: confident assertiveness, aggressive reactions, and shy or avoidant behavior.
Who is this questionnaire intended for?
It is designed for high school students and is commonly used in school counseling, psychological screening, and educational settings.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Completion time is typically about 4 minutes. The questionnaire includes 18 items.
How should responses be selected?
Choose the option that best matches typical behavior in tense situations, not an ideal response. Answer all items and avoid overthinking individual questions.
How should results be interpreted and used?
Results indicate which pattern is more prominent and may guide supportive or skills-based interventions. They do not provide a diagnosis and should be considered with other available information.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
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Assertive, Aggressive, and Shy Behavior Test

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This brief self-report measure assesses typical interpersonal responses in stressful or conflictual situations. Assertive, Aggressive, and Shy Behavior is intended to help characterize whether an individual more often responds with assertiveness, aggression, or social withdrawal.

The questionnaire contains 18 items and typically takes about 4 minutes to complete. Content focuses on common reactions such as calmly stating one’s position, responding in a hostile or confrontational manner, or avoiding interaction when under pressure.

Results from Assertive, Aggressive, and Shy Behavior may be used to support clinical or educational formulation, guide skills-based intervention planning, and inform discussions about communication and conflict management. The measure is attributed to Arnold H. Buss and Manuel J. Smith.

Author: Arnold H. Buss, Manuel J. Smith
Literature: Buss, A. H., & Perry, M. The aggression questionnaire. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. 1992.
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