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The loss of pleasure
63 questions·10 min·5 dimensions and a separate readiness-to-change module·up to 18 clinical frameworks·5 report sections
Reviewed by Gildas Garrec, CBT practitioner
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This test looks at anhedonia, that is, the capacity to feel pleasure. It examines pleasure in relationships, pleasure in sensations, the ability to look forward to something in the future, and the activities you have gradually let go of. The report puts these observations in order: dated facts, exact words.
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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The loss of pleasure — a 63-question self-assessment, about 10 min. Anhedonia test: explore social and sensory pleasure, anticipation of enjoyment and withdrawal from activities. Once finished, you receive a detailed PDF report ($3.60): an interpretation of its 5 dimensions, a radar chart, up to 18 clinical reading frameworks and a personalized action plan. It is designed to help you know yourself better.
This interactive test covers pleasure, appetite, the body, loneliness, isolation, mood, anticipation, hope, curiosity, plans, physical activity, identity and readiness to change. What the test asks, for example Pleasure Whether you can no longer remember the last time you wanted something. Whether a friend's joke at the table makes you laugh heartily. Appetite Whether you clear your plate without enjoying it, the way you'd fill up a gas tank. Whether, when your favorite dish is served, it still tastes just as good to you. The body Whether, under a hot shower or in the sun, your body no longer reacts as it used to. Whether a hand placed on yours still comforts you. Loneliness Whether, sitting at a table with friends, you're overcome by a feeling of loneliness. Whether a meal shared with the people close to you gives you pleasure, as it used to. Isolation Whether you turn down invitations to go out because other people's company no longer does anything for you. Whether you write to a friend to suggest a restaurant or a walk. Mood Whether, at a party, you smile and laugh at the wrong moments, pretending. Whether good news in a text message makes you smile for real. Anticipation Whether the trip marked in your calendar no longer makes you want to go. Whether a train ticket booked for a vacation makes you eager to go. Hope Whether, looking at your calendar for the year, the future gives you neither hope nor desire. Whether, when good news is on the way, you get up with a spring in your step. Curiosity Whether you open a book and close it again almost straight away, because you get no pleasure from it. Whether a movie trailer or a new restaurant opening sparks your curiosity. Plans Whether the notebook where you used to jot down your plans has stayed closed for months. Whether you write an upcoming outing or dinner in your calendar. Physical activity Whether a regular activity you used to enjoy stopped over the months, without your ever deciding to stop. Whether, after a walk in the fresh air, you come home feeling better. Identity Whether the activities that used to define you no longer really belong to you. Whether the hobbies that matter to you are still just as interesting to you. Readiness to change Whether what you've just described weighs on your daily life. Whether you want to change the way you function day to day.
About this test
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Dimensions assessed
- ●How you see this loss of pleasure- How you explain this loss of pleasure, before the test tells you anything about it. This section measures no difficulty and produces no level: it records your initial view, and none of the four answers offered is more correct than another. Your answer is picked up and discussed in a dedicated section of your report.
- ●Social anhedonia- What the company of others still gives you, compared with what it used to give you. The report measures a difference relative to yourself here, not relative to other people.
- ●Sensory anhedonia- The sensory route to pleasure, assessed separately from the others. It is often the first to change, and the one whose return is noticed earliest.
- ●Anticipatory anhedonia- Anticipated pleasure, as distinct from pleasure actually felt. These two mechanisms are independent: you can stop wanting something you still enjoy, and the reverse also happens.
- ●Activity withdrawal- What your days actually contain, compared with what they used to. The report focuses on withdrawals that were never decided: they are the ones that go most unnoticed.
- ●Readiness to Change- Where you stand today with regard to this loss of pleasure. The report reads separately how much weight you give it and the wish to rediscover pleasure that comes with it.
Reference frameworks and authors
- This test draws on DSM-5 criteria for anhedonia in major depressive disorder and is based on the Snaith-Hamilton Pleasure Scale (SHAPS). It is not a validated psychometric instrument and does not constitute a clinical diagnosis. Terms such as 'compatible with' or 'suggestive of' describe an orientation, not a certainty. DSM-5 — Criterion A2: loss of interest or pleasure in activities (American Psychiatric Association, 2013)
- This test is based on the dimensions explored by the SHAPS (hedonic capacity) without reproducing its items. It has not undergone independent psychometric validation. Snaith-Hamilton Pleasure Scale (SHAPS) — 14-item hedonic capacity scale (Snaith RP, Hamilton M, Morley S, Humayan A, Hargreaves D, Trigwell P, 1995)
Why take this test?
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This test looks at anhedonia, that is, the capacity to feel pleasure. It examines pleasure in relationships, pleasure in sensations, the ability to look forward to something in the future, and the activities you have gradually let go of. The report puts these observations in order: dated facts, exact words.
The questionnaire explores 5 areas: How you see this loss of pleasure, Social anhedonia, Sensory anhedonia, Anticipatory anhedonia, Activity withdrawal. 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.
How you see this loss of pleasure
How you explain this loss of pleasure, before the test tells you anything about it. This section measures no difficulty and produces no level: it records your initial view, and none of the four answers offered is more correct than another. Your answer is picked up and discussed in a dedicated section of your report.
Social anhedonia
What the company of others still gives you, compared with what it used to give you. The report measures a difference relative to yourself here, not relative to other people.
Sensory anhedonia
The sensory route to pleasure, assessed separately from the others. It is often the first to change, and the one whose return is noticed earliest.
Anticipatory anhedonia
Anticipated pleasure, as distinct from pleasure actually felt. These two mechanisms are independent: you can stop wanting something you still enjoy, and the reverse also happens.
Activity withdrawal
What your days actually contain, compared with what they used to. The report focuses on withdrawals that were never decided: they are the ones that go most unnoticed.
Readiness to Change
Where you stand today with regard to this loss of pleasure. The report reads separately how much weight you give it and the wish to rediscover pleasure that comes with it.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this test measure?
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This test evaluates 5 psychological dimensions: How you see this loss of pleasure, Social anhedonia, Sensory anhedonia, Anticipatory anhedonia, Activity withdrawal. 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 (How you see this loss of pleasure, Social anhedonia, Sensory anhedonia…). 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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