Self-Consciousness Scale (Revised)

The revised Self-Consciousness Scale provides three subscales: Private self-consciousness, Public self-consciousness, and Social Anxiety.

Items use accessible wording and include reverse-coded statements.

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Normative Data

Reported student sample means (Scheier & Carver, 1985): Private 15.5 (men) / 17.3 (women); Public 13.5 (men) / 14.2 (women); Social Anxiety 8.8 (men) / 8.6 (women).

This test is for educational and self-reflection purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

References

Fenigstein, A., Scheier, M. F., & Buss, A. H. (1975). Public and private self-consciousness: Assessment and theory. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 43(4), 522-527. 10.1037/h0076570
Scheier, M. F., & Carver, C. S. (1985). The Self-Consciousness Scale: A revised version for use with general populations. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 15(8), 687-699. 10.1111/j.1559-1816.1985.tb02253.x

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