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Modified Personality Inventory (PID-5-BF+M) Test

In about seven minutes, the Modified Personality Inventory (PID-5-BF+M) Test uses 36 questions to outline patterns in emotions, attention, relationships, self-control, and unusual experiences. Your result offers a structured profile of personality-related tendencies, supporting focused self-reflection and a clearer view of situations that may shape everyday behavior.

Questions: 367 minutes

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Scale Explorer

How the Scales are Structured

DysregulationD

Dysregulation measures how much difficulty a person has controlling emotions, thoughts, and behavior in ways that can create instability.

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2/6Lowexample score

0 – 2Low

3 – 4Moderate

5 – 6High

A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting generally stable self-control with only occasional difficulties managing emotions, thoughts, or impulses.

EccentricityE

Measures the degree of unusual, odd, or unconventional behavior and appearance.

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A score of 2 suggests low levels of eccentricity, with mostly typical behavior and appearance and only occasional unconventional traits.

Unusual BeliefsUB

Measures the degree to which a person endorses irrational or idiosyncratic beliefs that diverge from commonly accepted views.

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4/6Some unusual beliefsexample score

0 – 2Typical beliefs

3 – 4Some unusual beliefs

5 – 6Markedly unusual beliefs

A score of 4 suggests a moderate presence of unusual beliefs that may occasionally shape interpretations or decisions in ways that differ from most people.

PsychoticismP

Psychoticism measures the tendency toward unusual beliefs, eccentric thinking, and perceptual experiences that can feel disconnected from shared reality.

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A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting generally typical reality-based perceptions with only occasional or mild unconventional ideas or experiences.

OrderlinessO

Measures the tendency to seek organization, cleanliness, and structured routines in one’s environment.

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A score of 1 falls in the Low range, suggesting a relatively flexible approach to orderliness with limited emphasis on strict organization or tidiness.

RigidityR

Rigidity reflects how inflexible a person’s thinking and behavior are and how difficult it is for them to adapt to change.

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A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting some tendency toward fixed routines or viewpoints with occasional difficulty adjusting when circumstances change.

PerfectionismP

Measures the tendency to pursue flawlessness through very high standards and worry about making mistakes.

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A score of 2 suggests generally low perfectionism, with high standards and fear of mistakes showing up only occasionally.

AnankastiaA

Anankastia measures the tendency toward excessive organization, perfectionism, and rigid self-control in behavior and thinking.

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A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable preference for order and control that may sometimes make flexibility or spontaneity harder.

DistractibilityD

Measures difficulty sustaining attention and a tendency to be easily pulled off task by unrelated stimuli.

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A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting noticeable but not pervasive distractibility that may intermittently interfere with sustained focus.

ImpulsivityI

Impulsivity measures the tendency to act quickly without sufficient forethought or consideration of consequences.

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A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting generally thoughtful decision-making with occasional spur-of-the-moment actions.

IrresponsibilityI

Measures the tendency to neglect responsibilities, struggle with planning, and fail to complete tasks.

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A score of 5 falls in the High range, suggesting frequent difficulties with follow-through, organization, and meeting obligations.

DisinhibitionD

Measures the tendency toward impulsive, poorly restrained behavior due to reduced self-control.

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A score of 3 suggests a moderate level of disinhibition, indicating occasional impulsive or rash actions that may show up in certain situations.

GrandiosityG

Measures the tendency toward inflated self-importance, exceptionalism, and feelings of superiority over others.

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A score of 3 suggests a moderate level of grandiosity, indicating occasional feelings of being especially important or above others that may show up in some situations.

DeceitfulnessD

Measures the tendency to lie, distort information, or conceal the truth in interpersonal interactions.

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A score of 3 indicates a moderate tendency to withhold or distort information at times, which may affect trust and openness in relationships.

ManipulativenessM

Measures the tendency to use others strategically to achieve personal goals.

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A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting manipulative behaviors are generally infrequent and not a prominent interpersonal style.

AntagonismA

Antagonism measures the tendency toward conflict, hostility, and disregard for others’ needs or perspectives.

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A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting generally cooperative and considerate interactions with only occasional friction.

Intimacy AvoidanceIA

Measures the tendency to keep emotional distance and avoid forming close, emotionally significant attachments.

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A score of 3 suggests a moderate tendency to hold back from emotional closeness and to keep some distance in intimate relationships.

AnhedoniaA

Measures the extent to which a person has difficulty experiencing pleasure from everyday activities and social interactions.

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A score of 4 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a noticeable reduction in pleasure and enjoyment that may affect motivation or engagement at times.

WithdrawalW

Measures the tendency to withdraw from social interaction and limit emotional closeness with others.

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A score of 3 indicates a moderate level of detachment, suggesting some tendency to keep distance or limit emotional connection in relationships.

DetachmentD

Alienation measures the tendency to feel socially isolated, lonely, and emotionally distant from others.

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A score of 1 falls in the Low range, suggesting relatively infrequent feelings of loneliness or social distance from others.

Separation AnxietySA

This scale measures anxiety and distress related to being abandoned or separated from important others and their support.

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A score of 4 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting noticeable worry about separation or losing support that may influence relationships in some situations.

AnxietyA

Anxiety reflects how often and how strongly a person tends to experience worry, tension, and apprehension.

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A score of 5 falls in the High range, suggesting frequent and strong experiences of worry, tension, and apprehension.

Emotional LabilityEL

This scale measures how prone a person is to frequent, sudden mood shifts and general emotional instability.

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A score of 2 falls in the Low range, suggesting generally stable emotions with only occasional mood swings.

Negative AffectNA

Negative affect measures the tendency to experience frequent and intense negative emotions such as anxiety, irritability, and emotional instability.

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A score of 5 falls in the High range, suggesting a strong tendency toward frequent negative emotions that may affect mood stability and stress reactivity.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Therapy and assessment clients

41%OF USERS

People already in counseling or being evaluated who want a quick snapshot of personality trait patterns affecting emotions, behavior, and relationships.

Mental health professionals

35%OF USERS

Clinicians who use a brief screener to support diagnosis, guide treatment planning, or track change over time.

Self-insight seekers

24%OF USERS

Individuals curious about possible personality-related difficulties who want a structured starting point for reflection and discussion.

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

Benchmarking

See How You Compare

Once you complete the test, your results are compared with real-world data from people in your country.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.

Shaded area — where most people score

Dot — the average

You — your score lands on each curve after the test— your score, after the test

DysregulationD

You?

Average2.5

Typical rangeTypical1.4 – 3.5

Possible0 – 6

EccentricityE

You?

Average2.8

Typical rangeTypical1.7 – 3.9

Possible0 – 6

Unusual BeliefsUB

You?

Average3

Typical rangeTypical1.9 – 4.1

Possible0 – 6

PsychoticismP

You?

Average2.3

Typical rangeTypical1.3 – 3.3

Possible0 – 6

Love of orderLoo

You?

Average2.4

Typical rangeTypical1.5 – 3.3

Possible0 – 6

RigidityR

You?

Average4

Typical rangeTypical3 – 5

Possible0 – 6

PerfectionismP

You?

Average2.8

Typical rangeTypical1.8 – 3.7

Possible0 – 6

AnankastiaA

You?

Average4.3

Typical rangeTypical3.2 – 5.4

Possible0 – 6

DistractibilityD

You?

Average2.6

Typical rangeTypical1.8 – 3.4

Possible0 – 6

ImpulsivityI

You?

Average2.8

Typical rangeTypical1.7 – 3.9

Possible0 – 6

IrresponsibilityI

You?

Average2.6

Typical rangeTypical1.7 – 3.5

Possible0 – 6

Disinhibition/Uninhibited BehaviorDB

You?

Average3.5

Typical rangeTypical2.5 – 4.5

Possible0 – 6

GrandiosityG

You?

Average2.1

Typical rangeTypical1.3 – 2.9

Possible0 – 6

DeceptivenessD

You?

Average2.3

Typical rangeTypical1.4 – 3.2

Possible0 – 6

ManipulativenessM

You?

Average3.5

Typical rangeTypical2.4 – 4.6

Possible0 – 6

AntagonismA

You?

Average1.8

Typical rangeTypical0.7 – 3

Possible0 – 6

Avoidance of IntimacyAoI

You?

Average2.6

Typical rangeTypical1.8 – 3.5

Possible0 – 6

AnhedoniaA

You?

Average3.5

Typical rangeTypical2.4 – 4.5

Possible0 – 6

DetachmentD

You?

Average2.8

Typical rangeTypical1.8 – 3.8

Possible0 – 6

AlienationA

You?

Average4.3

Typical rangeTypical3.5 – 5

Possible0 – 6

Fear of SeparationFoS

You?

Average4.5

Typical rangeTypical3.6 – 5.3

Possible0 – 6

AnxietyA

You?

Average3.9

Typical rangeTypical3.2 – 4.7

Possible0 – 6

Emotional labilityEl

You?

Average2.1

Typical rangeTypical1.2 – 3.1

Possible0 – 6

Negative effectNe

You?

Average4.2

Typical rangeTypical3.2 – 5.2

Possible0 – 6

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SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Example Questions From the Test

Below is a list of statements that different people may use to describe themselves. We are interested in how you would describe yourself. There are no “right” or “wrong” answers. Take your time, read each statement carefully, and select the response that most accurately describes you.

- Very false or often false
- Sometimes or somewhat false
- Sometimes or somewhat true
- Very true or often true
- Very false or often false
- Sometimes or somewhat false
- Sometimes or somewhat true
- Very true or often true
- Completely untrue or often untrue
- Sometimes or somewhat untrue
- Sometimes or somewhat true
- Completely true or often true

These are 3 of the 36 real questions — the rest appear in the test. No sign-up needed to start.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

Modified Personality Inventory (PID-5-BF+M) Test - Description and methodology of the test

psychopathology

personality disorder

People who want to compare distinct personality-related tendencies can use the Modified Personality Inventory (PID-5-BF+M) Test to see how different patterns stand beside one another. It is useful when a single label or total score would hide meaningful contrasts, helping the displayed profile keep differences between areas visible. A displayed profile from this personality inventory test keeps those contrasts readable.

What This Assessment Explores

This questionnaire separates traits and situations rather than offering one global label. Its statements address emotional intensity, worry, pleasure, attention, planning, closeness, interpersonal conduct, unusual experiences, and order. This personality trait questionnaire shows which tendencies stand out.

Each scale spans 0-6. Most use Low 0-2, Moderate 3-4, and High 5-6; one scale instead uses Typical beliefs 0-2, Some unusual beliefs 3-4, and Markedly unusual beliefs 5-6.

The result preserves 25 catalogue-defined scales as separate outputs within five editorial groupings:

Deceitfulness, Manipulativeness, Antagonism, and Grandiosity cover honesty, influence, conflict, and status.
Distractibility, Impulsivity, Irresponsibility, and Disinhibition cover attention, planning, restraint, and rash action.
Intimacy Avoidance, Withdrawal, Detachment, and Separation Anxiety cover closeness, distance, loneliness, and abandonment fears.
Anhedonia, Anxiety, Emotional Lability, Negative Affect, and Dysregulation cover pleasure, worry, mood, distress, and regulation.
Perfectionism, Anankastia, Eccentricity, Psychoticism, Orderliness, Rigidity, and Unusual Beliefs cover standards, unusual experience, beliefs, organization, and flexibility.

Methodology and Scientific Basis

Respondents rate brief self-report statements on four ordered choices, from very false to very true, with intermediate sometimes or somewhat judgments. This format records degree of endorsement rather than requiring a written explanation.

Responses produce separate scale scores, not a single total. The displayed band attached to each scale gives its result a concise descriptive frame. This personality profile assessment lets readers compare domains and notice whether related tendencies coincide or diverge without collapsing them into one summary.

The closest evidence source is PID-5-BF+M (Zinchuk et al., 2023), a 36-item measure aligned with DSM-5 and ICD-11 personality-trait domains and facets. This questionnaire is conceptually consistent with that 36-item study; the study did not validate this online version. Bach et al. (2020) and Krueger et al. (2012) provide the broader dimensional framework for organizing maladaptive personality features as traits.

Self-report results can shift with current mood, context, self-awareness, and impression management. Consider an unexpected pattern alongside personal history and everyday functioning; the profile is a structured reflection aid, not a diagnosis.

Author: A. E. Krueger, L. J. Simms, R. F. Krueger

Literature:

Zinchuk, M., Kustov, G., Bach, B., Pashnin, E., Gersamija, A., Yakovlev, A., Voinova, N., Popova, S., & Guekht, A. (2023). Evaluation of a 36-Item Measure of ICD-11 and DSM-5 Personality Disorder Trait Domains and Facets in Russian Inpatients. Psychological Assessment, 35(5), e22-e30. 10.1037/pas0001223
Bach, B., Kerber, A., Aluja, A., Bastiaens, T., Keeley, J. W., Claes, L., Fossati, A., Gutierrez, F., Oliveira, S. E. S., Pires, R., Riegel, K. D., Rolland, J.-P., Roskam, I., Sellbom, M., Somma, A., Spanemberg, L., Strus, W., Thimm, J. C., Wright, A. G. C., & Zimmermann, J. (2020). International Assessment of DSM-5 and ICD-11 Personality Disorder Traits: Toward a Common Nosology in DSM-5.1. Psychopathology, 53(3-4), 179-188. 10.1159/000507589
Krueger, R. F., Derringer, J., Markon, K. E., Watson, D., & Skodol, A. E. (2012). Initial Construction of a Maladaptive Personality Trait Model and Inventory for DSM-5. Psychological Medicine, 42(9), 1879-1890. 10.1017/S0033291711002674

Updated: 2025-10-02