Shyness Diagnostic Questionnaire Test

See how shyness affects a high school student’s confidence and social comfort in about 6 minutes. With 31 quick items, it gives clear insight to guide targeted support at school.

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October 2, 2025

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49/62

Shyness Severity (SS)

Measures the severity of shyness as reflected in social insecurity and difficulty in interpersonal communication.

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0 – 10: Low | 11 – 30: Moderate | 31 – 62: High

A score of 49 falls in the High range, suggesting pronounced shyness that is likely to noticeably affect comfort and confidence in social situations.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Quiet or withdrawn students

44%OF USERS

High schoolers who feel nervous speaking up or meeting new people use it to understand how much shyness affects their daily life.

School psychologists and counselors

33%OF USERS

Student support staff take it with teens to quickly gauge shyness level and plan targeted help or interventions.

Concerned teachers and homeroom leads

23%OF USERS

Teachers use it to identify shy behavior patterns in class and adjust participation, feedback, and support strategies.

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Shyness Severity Scale (SSS)

Average

39.7

Normal range

30.4 — 49.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for the level of shyness and how strongly it may interfere with communication in social and school settings.

Who is the questionnaire designed for?

It is intended for high school students.

How long does it take to complete?

Completion typically takes about 6 minutes, with 31 items.

How should items be answered?

Select the response that best reflects typical behavior or feelings. Answer all items without spending too much time on any one question.

How should the results be used?

Results provide an estimate of shyness severity and common manifestations. They support planning of targeted support and should be interpreted alongside other information.

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Shyness Diagnostic Questionnaire Test - Symptoms and Signs

shyness

This questionnaire is designed to assess self-reported shyness and the extent to which it interferes with social functioning in adolescents. The Shyness Diagnostic Questionnaire provides a brief, structured snapshot of shyness-related concerns that may be relevant in educational or clinical contexts. It was developed by Philip G. Zimbardo.

The measure includes 31 items and typically requires about 6 minutes to complete. Results from the Shyness Diagnostic Questionnaire may be used to support screening and to inform further clinical interviewing or targeted intervention planning; interpretation should be integrated with other sources of information rather than used as a standalone diagnosis.

Author: Philip G. Zimbardo

Literature: Zimbardo, P. G. Shyness: What it is, what to do about it. Addison-Wesley. 1977.

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