Scale Overview & Construct
32-item scale measuring interoceptive awareness — the ability to notice, interpret, and regulate attention to internal bodily sensations — across eight subscales.
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.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Mehling, W. E., Price, C., Daubenmier, J. J., Acree, M., Bartmess, E., & Stewart, A. (2012). The Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness (MAIA). PLoS ONE, 7(11), e48230. This is not a diagnostic tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness?
32-item scale measuring interoceptive awareness — the ability to notice, interpret, and regulate attention to internal bodily sensations — across eight subscales.
How long does the Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness take?
It takes about 13 minutes to answer all 32 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.