63 questions·10 min·5 dimensions and a separate readiness-to-change module·up to 17 clinical frameworks·6 report sections
Reviewed by Gildas Garrec, CBT practitioner
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This test assesses social media use through movements that rise separately: the automatic check, even with no notification; comparison and its effect on your mood; the fear of missing what is going on; the weight taken on by the reactions you get.
The report indicates which one dominates, and that decides which adjustment is worth making: a time limit does nothing against comparison, and unfollowing does not calm a check that has become a reflex.
What you receive — a report written from your answers: what stands out, what sustains it, and where to start. This week, this month, later on.
How it is built — each axis is analyzed on its own, then cross-read with the others, through clinical reading frameworks. Your detailed answers are attached as an appendix. See an example report
The test runs over 63 questions and takes about 10 min, for a price of $3.60.
We'd also suggest reading the book The Practical CBT Guide, to take this reflection further. It's included in the price and downloadable.
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Social Media Addiction Test (Instagram, TikTok) — a 63-question self-assessment, about 10 min. This test assesses social media use through movements that rise separately. The report indicates which one dominates. Once finished, you receive a detailed PDF report ($3.60): an interpretation of its 5 dimensions, a radar chart, up to 17 clinical reading frameworks and a personalized action plan. It is designed to help you know yourself better.
This interactive test covers the automatic checking of apps, comparison with others, the fear of missing what is going on, the weight of the reactions you get, and readiness to change.
What the test asks, for example
Automatic checking
If you find yourself on the news feed without remembering taking your phone out.
If you close the app, lock the screen, and reopen it straight away.
Comparison
If you close the news feed telling yourself that others are doing better than you are.
If a photo of a couple on a weekend getaway makes you dwell on your own relationship for the rest of the evening.
The fear of missing out
If you reopen the app in the evening to check what you missed during the day.
If, with the lights off, you take one last look at social media to make sure you haven't missed anything.
The weight of reactions
If your mood in the evening follows the curve of likes on your post from that day.
If you keep the photo that will get the most reactions rather than the one you actually prefer.
Readiness to change
If what you have just described weighs on your life right now.
If you want to change the way you function day to day.
About this test
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Dimensions assessed
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Your reading of this use- The way you explain your current social media use, before the test tells you anything. This section does not measure any difficulty and does not produce a level: it collects a starting reading.
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Compulsive Checking- Frequency and automatic nature of social media checking
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Social Comparison- Tendency to compare yourself to others through content posted on social media
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FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)- Fear of missing information, events, or trends
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Impact on Self-Esteem- Consequences of social media on confidence and self-image
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Readiness to Change- Measures your current readiness to acknowledge the impact of this topic on your life and engage in a process of growth.
Reference frameworks and authors
DSM-5 — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (American Psychiatric Association, 2013)
ICD-11 — International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision (World Health Organization, 2022)
based on Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale (BSMAS) (Andreassen, Torsheim, Brunborg & Pallesen, 2012)
Components model of behavioral addiction (Griffiths, 2005)
based on Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) (Kwon, Lee, Won, Park, Min, Hahn, Gu, Choi & Kim, 2013)
Why take this test?
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This test assesses social media use through movements that rise separately: the automatic check, even with no notification; comparison and its effect on your mood; the fear of missing what is going on; the weight taken on by the reactions you get.
The report indicates which one dominates, and that decides which adjustment is worth making: a time limit does nothing against comparison, and unfollowing does not calm a check that has become a reflex.
The questionnaire explores 5 areas: Your reading of this use, Compulsive Checking, Social Comparison, FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), Impact on Self-Esteem. Your answers support reflection, not a diagnosis. A separate module explores readiness to change; it is not another trait of the model presented.
Dimensions explored
These are the aspects explored by this questionnaire. Your answers help put them into perspective.
Your reading of this use
The way you explain your current social media use, before the test tells you anything. This section does not measure any difficulty and does not produce a level: it collects a starting reading.
Compulsive Checking
Frequency and automatic nature of social media checking
Social Comparison
Tendency to compare yourself to others through content posted on social media
FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
Fear of missing information, events, or trends
Impact on Self-Esteem
Consequences of social media on confidence and self-image
Readiness to Change
Measures your current readiness to acknowledge the impact of this topic on your life and engage in a process of growth.
How does it work?
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Take the test
Answer the 63 questions honestly. There are no right or wrong answers — just choose the option that best describes you. The test takes about 10 min.
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Proceed to payment
Once you finish the test, pay $3.60 securely to unlock your full report. No registration required.
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Download your detailed PDF report
For a comprehensive analysis, get your PDF report (5 dimensions analyzed, radar chart, personalized recommendations, action plan). Instant download after secure payment.
They took this test
★★★★★
“ My 17-year-old daughter is hooked on likes. The report helped me understand the mechanism and open up a conversation with her. Thank you. ”
— Martine, September 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this test measure?
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This test evaluates 5 psychological dimensions: Your reading of this use, Compulsive Checking, Social Comparison, FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), Impact on Self-Esteem. The report distinguishes the areas explored and their limits of interpretation. A separate module explores readiness to change; it is not another trait of the model presented.
How long does this test take?
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The test contains 63 questions and takes approximately 10 min to complete. You can answer at your own pace — your progress is automatically saved in your browser.
How does this test work?
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The test is anonymous and requires no registration. After completing it, you immediately see a preview of your results. The detailed PDF report, with in-depth analysis, charts and personalized recommendations, is available for $3.60.
Is this test scientifically validated?
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This questionnaire draws on 5 dimensions from recognized psychological frameworks (Your reading of this use, Compulsive Checking, Social Comparison…). It's a self-assessment tool for reflection, not a clinical diagnostic instrument: it has not undergone formal psychometric validation (sample, reliability coefficient) and does not replace a professional assessment.
What does the PDF report contain?
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Your report includes an analysis by dimension, explanations and personalised points for reflection and a separate readiness-to-change module. Scores are interpreted according to the purpose and limitations of this questionnaire.
Is my data kept confidential?
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No account creation, no email required — no sign-up needed at all. Your answers are sent to our servers while you take the test. All data is automatically deleted after 30 days — see our Privacy page for full detail.
Who is this test for?
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Read this test’s introduction and dimensions to check whether they match your situation. Answer from the perspective specified in the instructions.
Can I retake the test later?
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Yes, you can retake this test as many times as you wish. Some people take it again after several months to observe how their profile evolves. Each new attempt generates its own report — previous answers are not reused.
What should I do with my results?
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The report organises your answers and offers points for reflection. You can discuss it with a professional; it does not replace their assessment or prescribe treatment.
Can people close to me also take it?
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Yes. Each person gets their own anonymous, unique report, based on THEIR answers. Comparing profiles within a family or couple can be useful — provided each person takes the test honestly and on their own, without influencing one another during the answers.
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