Trauma Quiz: What Trauma Do I Have?

1. How do you typically react to unexpected stress or conflict?

I become very anxious and overthink the situation.

I avoid dealing with it and distract myself with other activities.

I get angry and confrontational.

I calmly assess the situation and plan a response.

2. When you hear a loud, sudden noise, how do you usually respond?

I jump or feel scared.

I hardly notice it.

I get irritated but quickly recover.

I investigate to ensure everything is safe.

3. How do you feel about forming close relationships with others?

I find it difficult to trust others and keep them at a distance.

I am very open and form connections easily.

I'm selective but can form deep bonds with a few.

I prefer a large circle of friends with few deep connections.

4. How often do you experience nightmares or distressing dreams?

Frequently, and they often relate to past events.

Rarely, I usually sleep well.

Sometimes, but they don’t seem related to anything specific.

Often, but I can't remember them well.

5. In stressful situations, which of these is most likely to describe your physical reaction?

My heart races and I can feel my pulse everywhere.

I remain physically calm and controlled.

I might sweat a little but nothing major.

I feel frozen and unable to move or react.

6. Do you remember crying a lot during your childhood?

Yes

Sometimes

Often

I don't exactly remember.

7. Do you experience nightmares or flashbacks that take you back to the related events?

Yes

Often

Rarely

Sometimes

8. Do you often get anxiety attacks, but you are not able to figure out why?

Yes

Often

Mostly

Sometimes

9. Do you face problems in trusting others?

Yes

Sometimes

Not really

I trust people too quickly.

10. Do you keep blaming yourself for everything that is happening around you?

Not exactly

It happens because of me.

Often

Sometimes

11. Do you find it difficult to maintain healthy boundaries in your relationships?

Yes, I often feel overwhelmed or taken advantage of.

I sometimes struggle to say "no" to others.

I generally have healthy boundaries.

I'm very independent and don't rely on others much.

12. Do you have a tendency to self-sabotage or engage in risky behaviors?

Yes, I often make impulsive decisions that harm me or others.

I sometimes engage in risky behaviors to cope with stress.

I generally make responsible choices.

I'm very cautious and avoid taking risks.

13. Do you struggle with feelings of hopelessness or despair about the future?

Yes, I often feel like things will never get better.

I sometimes feel discouraged or pessimistic.

I have moments of hope, but also times of doubt.

I generally try to maintain a hopeful outlook.

14. Do you feel like you have a strong sense of self-worth and identity?

No, I often feel lost and confused about who I am.

I sometimes struggle with self-doubt and insecurity.

I'm still figuring things out, but I have a sense of who I am.

I generally have a good understanding of myself and my values.

15. Do you believe that you deserve to be happy and loved?

No, I often feel unworthy of love and happiness.

I sometimes struggle to believe that I deserve good things.

I believe that I deserve happiness, but it can be hard to accept.

I'm learning to believe that I am worthy of love and happiness.

16. Do you get uncomfortable if you see anyone bleeding?

Not really

I get really uncomfortable.

Sometimes, yes

I can't say.

17. Do you have trouble sleeping?

Sometimes

Often

Yes

I can't say.

18. Do you have a clear memory of your trauma?

No

I don't want to think about it.

A little

Yes

19. Are you unable to control your emotions?

No

At times

Not really

Yes

20. Do you cut yourself off from your friends and family?

Sometimes

Not really

No

Yes, a lot