Impulsivity Level Questionnaire Test

Learn how likely you are to act on impulse in communication and daily choices in just 4 minutes. Get a fast, clear snapshot of self-control to support better decisions, conflict skills, and emotional regulation.

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39/80

Impulsivity Index (II)

Measures how prone a person is to spontaneous, poorly controlled reactions and decisions in communication and actions.

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20 – 35: Low | 36 – 66: Moderate | 67 – 80: High

A score of 39 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting generally adequate self-control with occasional impulsive reactions under pressure.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

People with quick reactions

41%OF USERS

They notice they speak or act before thinking and want a clear snapshot of their self-control in communication and decisions.

Conflict-prone communicators

33%OF USERS

They often get into arguments, say sharp things in the moment, and want to understand how impulsivity affects their relationships.

Coaching and therapy clients

26%OF USERS

They take it as part of personal development work to track volitional resources and build steadier emotional regulation.

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Impulsivity Index (II)

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47.5

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37.1 — 57.8

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It assesses impulsivity as a tendency to act quickly without sufficient reflection, especially in communication. Results indicate the degree of self-control in reactions and decisions.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best matches typical behavior rather than an isolated event. Answer all items without spending excessive time on any single question.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion time is about 4 minutes. The questionnaire includes 20 items.

How are results used in psychological practice?

Results support screening of volitional resources related to emotional regulation, conflict behavior, and decision-making under pressure. They may guide goal setting and selection of further assessment or intervention.

Is there a shorter form available?

A brief 15-item version is available for situations requiring faster screening. It is used for rapid estimation rather than detailed profiling.

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Impulsivity Level Questionnaire Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This self-report measure screens for impulsive responding and related self-control tendencies in everyday behavior. The Impulsivity Level Questionnaire is designed to capture the degree to which an individual is prone to spontaneous, unplanned actions, particularly in interpersonal and goal-directed contexts.

The instrument contains 20 items and typically takes about 4 minutes to complete. Results are intended to support clinical formulation and treatment planning by describing relative impulsivity and behavioral regulation. The Impulsivity Level Questionnaire is attributed to Ernest S. Barratt and should be interpreted in conjunction with clinical interview data and other relevant assessment information.

Author: Ernest S. Barratt

Literature: Steinberg, L. A social neuroscience perspective on adolescent risk-taking. Developmental Review. 2008.; Goleman, D. Emotional intelligence. Bantam Books. 1995.; Whiteside, S. P., & Lynam, D. R. The five factor model and impulsivity: Using a structural model of personality to understand impulsivity. Personality and Individual Differences. 2001.

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