Early Maladaptive Schemas Test (Young)

About this test

Early maladaptive schemas are deep emotional and cognitive patterns that form during childhood and adolescence, often in response to unmet emotional needs. Developed by Jeffrey Young as part of Schema Therapy, this model identifies fundamental schemas that influence how we perceive the world, relate to others, and react to situations. This test assesses five key schema domains and will help you understand the unconscious mechanisms that guide your behaviors.

Dimensions assessed

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  Disconnection and rejection- Belief that your needs for attachment, safety, and belonging will not be met.
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  Impaired autonomy- Belief that you are unable to function independently and cope with difficulties.
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  Impaired limits- Difficulty respecting rules, tolerating frustration, and setting internal limits.
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  Other-directedness- Excessive priority given to the needs and expectations of others at the expense of one's own.
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  Overvigilance and inhibition- Tendency to suppress emotions, desires, and impulses to avoid making mistakes.