Screen Addiction Test: What It Measures & How to Interpret Your Score

Screens are ubiquitous in our daily lives, but their excessive use can become problematic. This test evaluates four dimensions of your relationship with screens: compulsive use, withdrawal symptoms, impact on your social life, and loss of control. It will help you determine if your screen consumption remains healthy or if it requires adjustment.

In the article that follows, I explore screen and digital addictions. If you recognise yourself in this theme, I designed a screen addiction test that helps you take stock of your relationship with screens and apps. It comes with a guide to extend your reflection beyond the results. I also wrote a book on this subject, The Practical CBT Guide, if you would like to go further.

What the Test Measures

• Tendency to use screens automatically and repetitively
• Symptoms of discomfort or anxiety when deprived of screens
• Consequences of screen use on your social relationships and activities
• Difficulty limiting or stopping screen use despite the desire to do so

Take the test: Screen Addiction → — Wondering whether your screen use has tipped into dependence? This test scores your relationship with screens across these dimensions.

How to Interpret Your Score

The result indicates an intensity, not a diagnosis:

• Low: Your relationship with screens is healthy and balanced. You know how to use them as tools without becoming dependent.
• Moderate: Your screen usage shows some signs of dependency that warrant your attention, without being alarming.
• High: Your screen dependency is significant and affects several aspects of your life. It's time to take action.
• Very High: Your screen addiction is severe and requires professional support. Don't delay in seeking help.

What Your Full Report Includes

Beyond the 5 free questions (63 in total), the detailed PDF report includes:

• Introduction: This report presents the results of your screen dependency assessment. It analyzes four key dimensions: compulsive use, withdrawal symptoms, social impact, and loss of control.
• Overall Score: The report presents your overall score and guidance for interpreting it.
• Dimension Analysis: Here are the details of your scores for each dimension evaluated. This analysis allows you to identify the most problematic aspects of your screen usage.
• Recommendations: Based on your results, here are personalized recommendations to better manage your relationship with screens.
• Resources: To go further, you can consult an addiction specialist or a psychologist. Screen time management apps like Screen Time or Digital Wellbeing can also help you daily.

The first 5 questions are free; the complete and personalized report (your precise score, your profile by dimension, your recommendations) is paid.

When to Take This Test

• You recognize signs of addiction related to screens or your phone and want clarity.
• You want a structured understanding rather than a vague impression.
• You are looking for an objective starting point before speaking to a professional if needed.

FAQ

How long does the test take?

63 questions, about 10 min. The first 5 are free.

Does the test provide a diagnosis?

No. It measures an intensity and provides benchmarks; only a professional can provide a diagnosis.

Are my answers confidential?

Yes: the test is 100% anonymous, and the report is delivered directly to you.

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👉 Start the Screen Addiction Test → — 63 questions, first 5 free, immediate results, PDF report, 100% anonymous.