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Fear of Compassion Scale Test

Take the online Fear of Compassion Scale Test - AI psychologist FreudlyYou can take Fear of Compassion Scale Testhere. Online version of a simple and accurate psychological test with interpretation.en
In about 6 minutes, see where you resist compassion toward yourself, from others, or for others. Use 31 items to spot barriers to support and guide focused growth in therapy or relationships.
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October 2, 2025
October 2, 2025
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example score
3/5
Fear of Compassion for Others (FoCfO)
Measures discomfort or resistance when expressing compassion, care, or support toward other people.
Low discomfort
Moderate discomfort
High discomfort
1 – 1.6: Low discomfort | 1.7 – 3.7: Moderate discomfort | 3.8 – 5: High discomfort
A score of 3 falls in the Moderate discomfort range, suggesting you may sometimes hesitate or feel uneasy about offering help or emotional support to others.
example score
3/5
Fear of Compassion From Others (FoCFO)
Measures how uneasy or resistant a person feels when receiving compassion, care, or support from others.
Comfortable receiving support
Some discomfort
Strong discomfort
1 – 1.6: Comfortable receiving support | 1.7 – 3.7: Some discomfort | 3.8 – 5: Strong discomfort
A score of 3 falls in the “Some discomfort” range, suggesting occasional unease or hesitation when others offer kindness or help.
example score
3/5
Fear of Self-Compassion (FoSC)
Measures how much fear or discomfort a person feels when offering themselves kindness, understanding, and support.
Low resistance
Moderate resistance
High resistance
1 – 1.6: Low resistance | 1.6 – 3.9: Moderate resistance | 3.9 – 5: High resistance
A score of 3 suggests a moderate level of discomfort with self-compassion, indicating that being kind to yourself may feel somewhat challenging at times.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Harsh Self-Critics
41%OF USERS
People who often judge themselves harshly and struggle to be gentle or forgiving toward their own mistakes.
Support-Avoiders
34%OF USERS
People who feel uncomfortable receiving care, help, or praise and tend to push others away when they offer support.
Caring but Emotionally Guarded
25%OF USERS
People who want to be kind and empathetic but feel blocked, numb, or anxious when showing warmth toward others.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
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Fear of Compassion for Others (FoCfO)
Fear of Compassion for Others (FoCfO)
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2.9
Normal range
2.2 — 3.6
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Fear of Others' Compassion (FoOC)
Fear of Others' Compassion (FoOC)
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2
Normal range
1.5 — 2.5
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Fear of self-compassion (Fos)
Fear of self-compassion (Fos)
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3.8
Normal range
3.1 — 4.4
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5
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SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Example Questions From the Test

People hold different views about compassion and kindness. Some believe it is important to show compassion and kindness in all situations and contexts, whereas others believe it is necessary to be more cautious and to be concerned that these may be expressed too often toward oneself and others. We are interested in your thoughts and beliefs about kindness and compassion. Please use the response scale provided to indicate the extent to which you agree with each statement.
    • Strongly disagree
    • Disagree
    • Neither agree nor disagree
    • Agree
    • Strongly agree
    • Strongly disagree
    • Disagree
    • Neither agree nor disagree
    • Agree
    • Strongly agree
    • Strongly disagree
    • Disagree
    • Neither agree nor disagree
    • Agree
    • Strongly agree
These are 3 of the 31 real questions — the rest appear in the test. No sign-up needed to start.
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WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
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Fear of Compassion Scale Test

Fear of Compassion Scale Test - Symptoms and Signs

cbt
self-acceptance
self-compassion

This self-report measure evaluates individual differences in discomfort or resistance related to compassionate responding. The Fear of Compassion Scale is designed to assess perceived barriers to compassion directed toward the self, compassion expressed toward others, and openness to receiving compassion from others.

The instrument consists of 31 items and typically takes about 6 minutes to complete. Items ask respondents to rate thoughts and emotional reactions that may interfere with self-kindness, accepting support, or offering care to other people. Developed by Paul Gilbert, the Fear of Compassion Scale can be used in clinical or research contexts to help characterize compassion-related avoidance that may be relevant to self-criticism, interpersonal functioning, and treatment planning.

Author: Paul Gilbert
Literature: Neff, K. D. Self-compassion: An alternative conceptualization of a healthy attitude toward oneself. Self and Identity. 2003.; Gilbert, P., McEwan, K., Matos, M., & Rivis, A. Fears of compassion: Development of three self-report measures. Psychology and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice. 2011.
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