Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control
Assess whether your partner, parent or close one shows narcissistic-abuser patterns, and measure the hold it has over you.
See exactly what you get before paying — score, dimensions, radar chart, action plan.
Your report includes
- ✓Overall score with interpretation
- ✓Analysis of each dimension
- ✓11 clinical reading frameworks (attachment, schemas, cognitive…)
- ✓Detailed radar chart
- ✓Personalized recommendations
- ✓Resources and exercises
- ✓Our questions, your answers
- ✓Exchanges with the smart assistant
PDF Report: 1,99 €
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The Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control is a 60-question self-assessment measuring 5 key dimensions. Do you suspect narcissistic abuse? This test assesses the mechanisms (idealization-devaluation, coercive control, gaslighting, lack of empathy) and their impact on you. Instant result, PDF report, 100% anonymous. After completing it you get an instant overview, then a detailed PDF report (1,99 €): scores per dimension, a radar chart, 11 clinical reading frameworks and a personalized action plan. This tool is for self-knowledge and does not replace a professional consultation.
About this test
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A narcissistic abuser sets up a relationship in cycles: intense idealization at first (love bombing), then progressive devaluation that erodes the victim's self-esteem. This test does not diagnose the suspected person for you — it helps you put words on what you are living through, across five observable dimensions: the idealization/devaluation cycle, coercive control and isolation, manipulation and gaslighting, lack of empathy, and above all the impact on you. It is not a medical diagnosis but a structured benchmark to clarify your situation and decide what comes next.
Dimensions assessed
- ●Idealization / devaluation cycle- Alternation between initial over-valuation (love bombing) and progressive belittling.
- ●Coercive control & isolation- Control of who you see, monitoring, and progressive isolation from your circle.
- ●Manipulation & gaslighting- Distorting reality, reversing blame, making you doubt your own perception.
- ●Lack of empathy- Indifference to your suffering, need for admiration, exploitation without reciprocity.
- ●Impact on you- Exhaustion, self-doubt, guilt, loss of confidence, difficulty leaving.
Why take this test?
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Our romantic and interpersonal relationships are deeply influenced by our attachment style and relational patterns. Understanding these mechanisms helps break repetitive cycles, improve communication, and build more fulfilling connections.
The Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control specifically evaluates 5 key dimensions: Idealization / devaluation cycle, Coercive control & isolation, Manipulation & gaslighting, Lack of empathy, Impact on you. With 60 carefully crafted questions, it provides a detailed and nuanced picture of your psychological profile in this area. The test takes approximately 12 min and can be completed at your own pace, from any device.
Whether you’re seeking personal development, considering therapy, or simply curious about yourself, this test gives you concrete and actionable results to move forward with confidence.
Daily-life situations this test explores
To help you picture what to expect before you start, here are the concrete contexts the Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control sheds light on. This is not the list of questions (you discover them when you start the test) — it is the life situations it assesses.
At the start of a relationship
Your first instincts when attracted: opening up fast or holding back, idealizing or doubting, chasing or running away.
In conflict
How you handle disagreement: avoiding, exploding, shutting down, seeking immediate reconciliation, or ruminating for days.
When the other person pulls away
Your reactions to absence, silence, distance: anxiety, control, withdrawal, apparent indifference, constant need for reassurance.
In emotional intimacy
Ability to say what you feel, to receive what the other feels, to welcome vulnerability without fleeing or judging it.
The actual questions are not shown here: you discover them when you start the test (free up to question 5).
How does it work?
Take the test
Answer the 60 questions honestly. There are no right or wrong answers — just choose the option that best describes you. The test takes about 12 min.
See your preview
Once you finish, you immediately see a preview of your overall score and profile by dimension — no registration required.
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 the Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control measure?
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This test evaluates 5 psychological dimensions: Idealization / devaluation cycle, Coercive control & isolation, Manipulation & gaslighting, Lack of empathy, Impact on you. Each dimension is scored individually, giving you a detailed view of your profile rather than a single overall number.
How long does the Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control take?
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The test contains 60 questions and takes approximately 12 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 (8-15 pages) with in-depth analysis, charts and personalized recommendations is available for €1.99.
Is this test scientifically validated?
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This test is based on established models in clinical psychology and psychometrics. It evaluates 5 dimensions (Idealization / devaluation cycle, Coercive control & isolation, Manipulation & gaslighting...) using validated assessment scales. However, it is a self-assessment tool and does not replace a professional clinical diagnosis.
What does the PDF report contain?
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Your Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control report includes: your overall score with detailed interpretation, individual analysis of each of the 5 dimensions, a radar chart visualizing your profile, personalized recommendations for improvement, practical exercises, and additional resources.
Is my data kept confidential?
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Absolutely. The test is 100% anonymous — no account creation, no email required. Your answers are stored only in your browser (localStorage) and are never sent to our servers until you purchase a report. All data is automatically deleted after 30 days.
Who is the Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control for?
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This test is designed for any adult wishing to better understand their functioning in this area, whether out of curiosity, as part of a self-knowledge journey or to prepare a conversation with a professional. It is not a clinical diagnostic tool and does not replace a specialist consultation.
Can I retake the test later?
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Yes, you can retake the Narcissistic Abuse Test: spotting the cycle of control 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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Your report offers a clinical reading of your profile with concrete recommendations. You can use it as material for personal reflection, to open a conversation with someone close to you, or take it to a professional (psychologist, therapist, doctor) to enrich the consultation with a structured view of your dimensions.
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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About the author
Gildas Garrec · CBT Psychopractitioner
Certified practitioner in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), author of 16 books on applied psychology and relationships. Over 900 clinical articles published across Psychologie et Sérénité.
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