Risk-Taking Behavior Assessment Test

Gauge a teen’s tendency toward risky behavior in just 3 minutes. Get clear insight into what drives it, supporting targeted guidance and safer choices.

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How the Scales are Structured

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2/5

Risk-Taking Behavior (RB)

Measures the frequency and intensity of behaviors that involve taking unjustified risks in everyday situations.

Low

Moderate

High

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

A score of 2 suggests a low level of risky behavior, indicating that risky actions are generally infrequent or mild in intensity.

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3/5

Desire for Self-Understanding (DfS)

Measures how strongly a teenager is motivated to explore and understand themselves through risky actions.

Low

Moderate

High

1 – 2: Low | 3: Moderate | 4 – 5: High

A score of 3 suggests a moderate tendency to use some risk-taking as a way to learn about oneself and clarify personal identity.

example score

3/5

Intense Emotions (IE)

Measures the tendency to seek intense emotional experiences and thrills through risky actions.

Low thrill-seeking

Moderate thrill-seeking

High thrill-seeking

1 – 2: Low thrill-seeking | 3: Moderate thrill-seeking | 4 – 5: High thrill-seeking

A score of 3 suggests a moderate interest in emotional intensity and novelty, with occasional attraction to risk for excitement rather than a constant drive.

example score

3/5

Demonstration of Maturity (DoM)

Measures how strongly a teenager uses risky actions to signal independence and maturity to others.

Low

Moderate

High

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

A score of 3 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a situational tendency to use some risk-taking as a way to demonstrate adulthood and independence.

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4/5

Underestimation of Consequences (UoC)

Measures the tendency to overlook or downplay possible negative outcomes when making decisions and acting in everyday situations.

Mindful of consequences

Sometimes overlooks consequences

Often underestimates consequences

1 – 2: Mindful of consequences | 3: Sometimes overlooks consequences | 4 – 5: Often underestimates consequences

A score of 4 suggests the teen frequently downplays potential negative outcomes, which may be linked to more impulsive, less deliberative choices in risky situations.

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40/75

Risk Propensity (RP)

Measures a teenager’s general willingness to engage in uncertain or potentially risky actions.

Low

Moderate

High

15 – 36: Low | 37 – 56: Moderate | 57 – 75: High

A score of 40 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a generally balanced attitude toward risk without a strong pull toward thrill-seeking or avoidance.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

School psychologists and counselors

41%OF USERS

Use it during screenings or consultations to quickly gauge a teen’s risk level and understand the motives behind risky choices.

Concerned parents and guardians

34%OF USERS

Take it to get a clearer picture of a teenager’s attitudes toward danger and what may be pushing them into unsafe situations.

Youth workers and program staff

25%OF USERS

Use it in clubs, shelters, or prevention programs to tailor support plans and target the specific drivers of risky behavior.

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

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Risky behavior (Rb)

Average

3.7

Normal range

3.1 — 4.3

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The Desire to Understand Yourself (TDtUY)

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2.4

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1.8 — 3

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Strong Emotions (SE)

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3.7

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3.1 — 4.2

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Demonstration of Adulthood (DoA)

Average

2.3

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1.7 — 2.9

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Underestimating the consequences (Utc)

Average

3.6

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2.9 — 4.3

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Risk-taking tendency (Rt)

Average

39.8

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32.4 — 47.2

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Any questions left?

What does this questionnaire measure?

It estimates how likely a teenager is to choose risky actions in everyday situations. It also identifies common motives that may contribute to those choices.

Who is this questionnaire intended for?

It is designed for use with adolescents. It is appropriate for screening and for supporting psychological assessment when risk-related concerns are present.

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

It includes 15 questions and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. The items are brief and written in straightforward language.

How should responses be completed?

Answer each item based on typical behavior and usual attitudes, not on rare events. Select the closest option and avoid spending too much time on any one item.

How should results be interpreted and used?

Scores summarize the level of risk tendency and highlight leading motives. Results support planning targeted recommendations and should be considered alongside other information.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Risk-Taking Behavior Assessment Test

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This measure is designed to rapidly screen tendencies toward risk-related choices and attitudes. The Risk-Taking Behavior Assessment can support brief clinical or research intake when a concise snapshot of self-reported risk propensity is needed. It is attributed to Marvin Zuckerman.

The instrument consists of 15 items and typically requires about 3 minutes to complete. Responses are intended to inform a preliminary understanding of an individual’s orientation toward risk in everyday situations; the Risk-Taking Behavior Assessment is best interpreted in the context of other clinical information and is not, by itself, diagnostic.

Author: Marvin Zuckerman

Literature: Steinberg, L. A social neuroscience perspective on adolescent risk-taking. Developmental Review. 2008.; Arnett, J. J. Adolescence and emerging adulthood: A cultural approach. Pearson. 2018.

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