Authenticity Inventory (AI-3) Test

See how well your actions match your values and feelings in about 6 minutes. A quick 32 item check offers clear feedback to reduce inner conflict and build genuine self trust.

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

3/5

Relationships (R)

Measures how strongly a person values being genuine, open, and consistently themselves in close relationships.

Guarded

Balanced

Open & authentic

1 – 2.4: Guarded | 2.5 – 3.6: Balanced | 3.7 – 5: Open & authentic

A score of 3 suggests a balanced tendency toward authenticity in relationships, with openness in some situations and some selectivity about self-disclosure in others.

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4/5

Behavior (B)

Measures the extent to which a person’s actions align with their internal values, preferences, and needs rather than external approval.

Low alignment

Moderate alignment

High alignment

1 – 2.4: Low alignment | 2.5 – 3.6: Moderate alignment | 3.7 – 5: High alignment

A score of 4 indicates generally high behavioral alignment, meaning you tend to act in ways that fit your internal beliefs and needs even when outside expectations differ.

example score

3/5

Unbiasedness (U)

Impartiality measures how accurately and openly you can take in self-relevant information, including uncomfortable feedback, without distortion or defensiveness.

Defensive

Balanced

Open and accurate

1 – 2.4: Defensive | 2.5 – 3.6: Balanced | 3.7 – 5: Open and accurate

A score of 3 falls in the Balanced range, suggesting you generally acknowledge both strengths and weaknesses while occasionally filtering difficult self-information.

example score

3/5

Awareness (A)

Mindfulness measures how aware you are of your motives and feelings and how willing you are to trust and deepen that self-knowledge, including less pleasant aspects.

Low

Moderate

High

1 – 2.3: Low | 2.4 – 3.6: Moderate | 3.7 – 5: High

A score of 3 indicates a moderate level of mindfulness, suggesting generally adequate self-awareness with some room to strengthen trust in and exploration of inner experiences.

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People in transition

41%OF USERS

They’re changing careers, relationships, or life direction and want clarity on what truly matters to them and how to act in line with it.

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34%OF USERS

They use the results to spot patterns of self-doubt or self-denial and set concrete goals for greater self-acceptance and honest behavior.

Psychology students and researchers

25%OF USERS

They take it for coursework or studies to measure authenticity and compare self-awareness, self-acceptance, and value-consistent action across groups.

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Your scores across each test scale, translated into plain, usable insights. Not just numbers, but what they actually mean for your daily life, emotional state, and overall well-being.

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Relationships (R)

Average

3.9

Normal range

3.2 — 4.5

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Behavior (B)

Average

3.6

Normal range

3 — 4.1

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Impartiality (I)

Average

2.3

Normal range

1.6 — 2.9

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Mindfulness (M)

Average

2.7

Normal range

2.1 — 3.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures authenticity as a pattern of self-knowledge and value-consistent behavior. Scores reflect self-awareness, self-acceptance, and alignment between beliefs and actions.

How long does it take, and what is the format?

It includes 32 statements rated on a fixed response scale. Most respondents complete it in about 6 minutes.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best describes typical experience and behavior, not an ideal or preferred self-image. Answer all items using the same response scale.

How are results interpreted?

Subscale scores indicate relative strengths and vulnerabilities in self-awareness, self-acceptance, and value-consistent behavior. Results support feedback and goal setting but do not provide a clinical diagnosis.

Who can use the results and for what purposes?

It is suitable for psychological consultation, coaching, and research focused on personal development. Results may guide interventions aimed at reducing internal conflict and improving consistency with personal values.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Authenticity Inventory (AI-3) Test

authenticity

This measure assesses perceived authenticity, or the extent to which an individual experiences alignment among self-awareness, self-acceptance, and behavior. The Authenticity Inventory (AI-3) is commonly used to support clinical formulation and research on self-concept and values-consistent living.

The instrument, developed by Brian M. Goldman, consists of 32 items and typically takes about 6 minutes to complete. Responses are used to characterize relative strengths and vulnerabilities across key facets of authenticity and may help identify areas where incongruence or self-conflict is reported.

Results from the Authenticity Inventory (AI-3) should be interpreted in context with other assessment data and relevant clinical history; it is not intended to be used as a stand-alone diagnostic tool.

Author: Brian M. Goldman, michael-h-kernis

Literature: Wood, A. M., Linley, P. A., Maltby, J., Baliousis, M., & Joseph, S. The authentic personality: A theoretical and empirical conceptualization and the development of the Authenticity Scale. Journal of Counseling Psychology. 2008.; Kernis, M. H., & Goldman, B. M. A multicomponent conceptualization of authenticity: Theory and research. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology. 2006.

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