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Dimensions of Anger Reactions-Revised (DAR-R)

Dimensions of Anger Reactions-Revised (DAR-R) Test

See how often and how intensely you feel anger and whether it’s hard to control in about 2 minutes. Seven quick items give a clear snapshot to support therapy goals, self-awareness, and research.

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Questions: 72 minutes

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

example score

9/12

Anger-Related Impairment (ARI)

Measures how much a person’s anger reactions lead to negative consequences in behavior, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.

Low impairment

Moderate impairment

High impairment

0 – 4: Low impairment | 5 – 8: Moderate impairment | 9 – 12: High impairment

A score of 9 falls in the High impairment range, indicating anger reactions are associated with substantial negative impact on functioning and social interactions.

example score

9/16

Anger Reactivity (AR)

Measures how frequently and intensely a person tends to react with anger across everyday situations.

Low anger response

Moderate anger response

High anger response

0 – 5: Low anger response | 6 – 12: Moderate anger response | 13 – 16: High anger response

A score of 9 falls in the Moderate anger response range, suggesting anger reactions occur with noticeable regularity and intensity in some situations.

example score

8/28

Overall Anger Reaction (OAR)

Assesses the overall tendency to experience frequent and intense anger reactions across situations and how much they may affect behavior.

Low

Moderate

High

0 – 7: Low | 8 – 14: Moderate | 15 – 28: High

A score of 8 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable but not extreme general tendency to respond with anger.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

People struggling with anger

41%OF USERS

They take it to understand how often anger shows up, how intense it feels, and whether it’s becoming hard to control.

Therapy and counseling clients

34%OF USERS

They use it with a professional to track anger patterns over time and guide coping and communication strategies.

Partners and family members

25%OF USERS

They take it after conflicts to check whether anger reactions may be affecting relationships and daily life.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Disorders Caused by Anger (DCbA)

Average

4.4

Normal range

2.2 — 6.6

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Reacting with Anger (RwA)

Average

5.1

Normal range

2.5 — 7.8

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max.

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General Anger Response (GAR)

Average

20.2

Normal range

15.5 — 25

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures how often and how strongly anger is experienced. It also screens for difficulty regulating anger in everyday situations.

How is it completed and scored?

Each item is rated on a 1–5 scale, from minimal reaction to maximum reaction. Item ratings are summed to produce a total score, with higher totals indicating greater anger-related reactivity.

How long does it take to complete?

Typical completion time is about 2 minutes. The questionnaire contains 7 items.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best reflects the usual reaction over recent time. Answer all items and avoid leaving blanks when possible.

How should results be interpreted?

Scores indicate relative level of anger reactivity and possible concern for problematic anger. Results should be considered with clinical interview or additional measures when used for decision-making.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Dimensions of Anger Reactions-Revised (DAR-R) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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Anger is a common emotion that can be adaptive or clinically impairing depending on its intensity and impact. The Dimensions of Anger Reactions-Revised (DAR-R) is a brief self-report measure designed to screen current anger experiences and their functional effects.

The instrument consists of 7 items and typically requires about 2 minutes to complete. Respondents rate how strongly statements reflect their recent anger reactions, supporting rapid identification of elevated or potentially problematic anger that may warrant further clinical assessment.

In clinical and research contexts, the Dimensions of Anger Reactions-Revised (DAR-R) can be used to inform case conceptualization, monitor change over time, and guide treatment planning when difficulties with anger regulation are a presenting concern.

Author: charles-d-spielberger, raymond-w-novaco

Literature: Spielberger, C. D. State-trait anger expression inventory-2: Professional manual. Psychological Assessment Resources. 1999.; Novaco, R. W. Dimensions of anger reactions. University of California. 1975.

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