Scale Overview & Construct
17-item scale measuring worry and anxiety about environmental toxins, pollution, and chemical exposure.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only, and are not a diagnosis. The source dataset also includes a separate 16-item German-language variant (Hodapp et al., 1996) with different item content; only the English-language version (Bowler & Schwarzer, 1991) is implemented here.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Bowler, R. M., & Schwarzer, R. (1991). Environmental anxiety: Assessing emotional distress and concerns following toxic exposure. Anxiety Research, 4(2), 167-180. This is not a diagnostic tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Environmental Worry Scale?
17-item scale measuring worry and anxiety about environmental toxins, pollution, and chemical exposure.
How long does the Environmental Worry Scale take?
It takes about 7 minutes to answer all 17 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.