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Pyromania Test: Fire Fascination & Impulse Screening
63 questions·10 min·5 dimensions and a separate readiness-to-change module·up to 17 clinical frameworks·5 report sections
Reviewed by Gildas Garrec, CBT practitioner
Good morning,
This test describes a documented mechanism: the pull toward fire, the tension building beforehand, the relief that follows, and the fact that the act serves no purpose. Pyromania is very rare, and the great majority of deliberate fires come down to other motives — money, revenge.
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. You can answer it for yourself, or about someone else. In the latter case, the answers reflect your perception: they cannot establish that person’s intentions or provide a diagnosis.
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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Pyromania Test: Fire Fascination & Impulse Screening — a 63-question self-assessment, about 10 min. This test describes a rare, thinly researched mechanism: the pull toward fire, the tension building, the relief, the absence of motive. 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 looks at fascination with fire, the tension that comes before the act, the relief that follows it, the absence of motive and loss of control, and readiness to change. What the test asks, for example Fascination If you watch videos of fires for much longer than you meant to. If you look for chances to be near a fire: barbecue, campfire, fireplace. Tension If, with the lighter in your hand, the pressure builds before the flame catches. If, the longer you put off the moment of lighting, the more the tension grows. Relief If watching the flames rise brings the tension down all at once. If, some time after the fire, the calm gives way to shame or fear. Absence of motive and loss of control If, when you light a fire, it's not out of revenge or for any gain. If the urge to light a fire is stronger than your decision to stop. Readiness to change If what you have just described weighs on your daily life. If you want to change the way you function day to day.
About this test
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Dimensions assessed
- ●Your reading of your pull toward fire- How you explain your attraction to fire, before the test tells you anything. This section measures no disorder and produces no clinical level: it records a starting point.
- ●Fire fascination- The attraction to fire considered apart from any behavior. The report keeps this dimension separate from the next ones: a sustained interest does not necessarily lead to acting on it.
- ●Tension before the act- The build-up before the act, seen from two sides: what the body registers, and how much of your attention is still available in that moment. The report also looks at what becomes of it when it has no outlet.
- ●Relief and gratification- The inner benefit obtained, and how long it lasts. Above all, the report looks at what else you have to reach the same calm: that alternative is what opens up room for change.
- ●Absence of motive and loss of control- The question of purpose, which is central here: an act carried out for an outside benefit and an act carried out with no motive other than the impulse are not read the same way.
- ●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 Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (BIS-11) (Patton, Stanford & Barratt, 1995)
Why take this test?
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This test describes a documented mechanism: the pull toward fire, the tension building beforehand, the relief that follows, and the fact that the act serves no purpose. Pyromania is very rare, and the great majority of deliberate fires come down to other motives — money, revenge.
The questionnaire explores 5 areas: Your reading of your pull toward fire, Fire fascination, Tension before the act, Relief and gratification, Absence of motive and loss of control. 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 your pull toward fire
How you explain your attraction to fire, before the test tells you anything. This section measures no disorder and produces no clinical level: it records a starting point.
Fire fascination
The attraction to fire considered apart from any behavior. The report keeps this dimension separate from the next ones: a sustained interest does not necessarily lead to acting on it.
Tension before the act
The build-up before the act, seen from two sides: what the body registers, and how much of your attention is still available in that moment. The report also looks at what becomes of it when it has no outlet.
Relief and gratification
The inner benefit obtained, and how long it lasts. Above all, the report looks at what else you have to reach the same calm: that alternative is what opens up room for change.
Absence of motive and loss of control
The question of purpose, which is central here: an act carried out for an outside benefit and an act carried out with no motive other than the impulse are not read the same way.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this test measure?
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This test evaluates 5 psychological dimensions: Your reading of your pull toward fire, Fire fascination, Tension before the act, Relief and gratification, Absence of motive and loss of control. 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 your pull toward fire, Fire fascination, Tension before the act…). 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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