Empathy Quotient
The Empathy Quotient (EQ) is a psychological assessment that measures your capacity for empathy - both cognitive (understanding others' perspectives) and emotional (feeling what others feel). This test evaluates how well you recognize emotions, respond to others' distress, and navigate social situations with sensitivity. Understanding your empathy levels can improve relationships, communication, and emotional intelligence.
Info About This Test
Based on the Empathy Quotient (EQ) developed by Baron-Cohen and Wheelwright (2004). This 20-item version follows validated brief EQ assessments while maintaining reliability (α > 0.85). Measures two dimensions: Cognitive Empathy (understanding perspectives, reading social cues) and Emotional Empathy (feeling others' emotions, emotional contagion). Uses 5-point Likert scale with reverse-scored items to control response bias. Scoring calculates dimensional averages with percentage conversion for classification into Low/Medium/High levels per dimension.
This assessment measures empathy traits for self-reflection and personal growth. It is not a diagnostic tool and does not assess any mental health condition. Results are educational only and should not replace professional psychological evaluation or therapy. If you have concerns about your emotional well-being or relationships, please consult a licensed mental health professional.