Scale Overview & Construct
30-item scale measuring six facets of experiential avoidance: behavioral avoidance, distress aversion, procrastination, distraction/suppression, repression/denial, and distress endurance.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Scientific Documentation & Psychometric Rigor
Internal Consistency & Reliability
Original validation study reported good internal consistency across its subscales.
Construct & Criterion Validity
Validated across clinical and non-clinical samples; correlates with anxiety, depression, and broader psychopathology measures.
Academic Citations
Gámez, W., Chmielewski, M., Kotov, R., Ruggero, C., & Watson, D. (2011). Development of a measure of experiential avoidance: The Multidimensional Experiential Avoidance Questionnaire. Psychological Assessment, 23(3), 692-713.
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.
License: CC BY 4.0.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Multidimensional Experiential Avoidance Questionnaire — 30?
30-item scale measuring six facets of experiential avoidance: behavioral avoidance, distress aversion, procrastination, distraction/suppression, repression/denial, and distress endurance.
How long does the Multidimensional Experiential Avoidance Questionnaire — 30 take?
It takes about 12 minutes to answer all 30 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.