Self-Handicapping Scale
Explore whether you create obstacles for yourself to protect your self-image in case of failure
What it measures
Measures the tendency to create behavioral obstacles or excuses before evaluative situations to protect self-esteem
Who it is for
For students and professionals wanting to understand their failure-avoidance patterns
How it works
Rate how accurately each statement describes your behavior before and during important evaluative situations
Answer honestly
No right or wrong answers — choose what genuinely reflects you.
At your own pace
Pause and resume at any time without losing your progress.
Your instant report
When done, your report appears immediately — detailed, downloadable, shareable.
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This test is educational and for self-awareness only. It does not constitute a medical diagnosis or replace professional assessment.