Uncertainty and Threat Experience Scale Test

Understand how strongly you feel anxiety and safety threat under uncertainty in about 2 minutes. Ten quick items deliver a clear snapshot to guide support and next steps.
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October 2, 2025
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Threat of Shortage of Essential Supplies (ToSoES)
This scale measures anxiety and perceived threat related to the possibility of running short of essential supplies and resources.
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A score of 5 indicates a moderate level of concern about potential shortages, suggesting noticeable but not extreme worry about meeting basic needs.
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4/8
Threat of Situational Instability (ToSI)
Measures how strongly a person perceives threat arising from overall instability and unpredictability in the situation.
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A score of 4 indicates a moderate sense of threat related to instability, suggesting noticeable but not overwhelming sensitivity to changes and uncertainty.
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Threat of Financial Problems (ToFP)
Measures how strongly a person perceives potential financial difficulties as a threat.
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A score of 4 indicates a moderate level of perceived threat related to possible financial problems.
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Threat to Loved Ones' Health (TtLOH)
Measures how strongly a person feels anxiety about the health and safety of close loved ones during uncertain or threatening situations.
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A score of 4 indicates a moderate level of concern about the health of loved ones, suggesting noticeable but not extreme worry.
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Threat to Personal Health (TtPH)
Measures how strongly a person perceives a threat to their personal health under uncertainty.
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A score of 6 falls in the High range, suggesting a pronounced perceived threat to personal health in the current context.
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26/40
Uncertainty and Threat Experience (UaTE)
Measures the overall intensity of perceived uncertainty and threat across life domains in situations of instability.
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A score of 26 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable but not extreme sense of uncertainty and perceived threat.
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Anxious about the future
41%OF USERS
People who feel persistent worry in uncertain times and want to understand how strongly they perceive danger and tension.
Facing major life changes
34%OF USERS
Those going through job, financial, health, or relationship upheaval who want a quick snapshot of their stress and threat sensitivity.
Psychology clients and therapists
25%OF USERS
Clients and mental health professionals who use a brief check-in tool to assess anxiety levels and decide what support may be needed.
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Threat of shortage of necessary supplies (Tosons)
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Threat of instability in the situation (Toiits)
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Threat of financial problems (Tofp)
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3.3
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Threat to the Health of Loved Ones (TttHoLO)
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3.4
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Threat to Personal Health (TtPH)
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2.1
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Experiencing Uncertainty and Threat (EUaT)
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26.4
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2131.9
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40
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What does this questionnaire measure?
It measures perceived uncertainty and perceived threat to personal safety. It also provides an estimate of current anxiety intensity under uncertain conditions.
When is it appropriate to use this questionnaire?
It is appropriate during periods of high uncertainty, such as public health emergencies or major social and economic changes. It can be used for screening or for tracking changes over time.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Completion typically takes about 2 minutes. It includes 10 items.
How should responses be completed?
Each item is rated by selecting the option that best matches the current experience. Responses should reflect feelings at the time of completion rather than general tendencies.
How are the results interpreted and used?
Higher scores indicate stronger perceived threat and higher distress under uncertainty. Results may guide follow-up assessment and selection of supportive interventions when needed.
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Experiencing Uncertainty and Threat Test

Uncertainty and Threat Experience Scale Test

This self-report measure assesses subjective distress related to perceived uncertainty and threat. The Uncertainty and Threat Experience Scale is intended to capture the intensity of anxious feelings and perceived safety concerns in contexts characterized by unpredictability.

The instrument consists of 10 items and typically requires about 2 minutes to complete. Respondents rate their experiences across brief prompts, supporting rapid screening of perceived threat and uncertainty-related distress. Scores from the Uncertainty and Threat Experience Scale may help inform clinical case formulation and guide decisions about whether additional assessment or intervention is indicated. The authors are David H. Barlow and Michel Hersen.

Author: David H. Barlow, Michel Hersen
Literature: Carleton, R. N. The intolerance of uncertainty construct in the context of anxiety disorders: Theoretical and practical perspectives. Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics. 2016.; Chen, B., Van Assche, J., Vansteenkiste, M., Soenens, B., & Beyers, W. Does psychological need satisfaction matter when environmental or financial safety are at risk? Journal of Happiness Studies. 2015.
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