Health Anxiety Test (Whitley Index)

A brief Whitley-style self-assessment for illness worry, body checking, and reassurance seeking.

14 questions4-6 minWhitley IndexAnonymous · Free

Instruction: Mark whether each statement feels true for you.

Question 1 of 140%

Do you often worry about your health?

Test basis

Format: Whitley Index. Answer based on your current state rather than trying to choose a "right" result.

Not a diagnosis

Health anxiety is a form of anxiety that can show up through body sensations and reassurance seeking. If you feel unsafe, at risk of harming yourself, or in severe distress, contact local emergency services or a qualified professional.

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