Codependency Test (SF CDS)
Are you always caring for others while neglecting yourself? Measure your codependency and see if you have lost yourself in relationships.
Measures patterns of codependent relating: people-pleasing, boundary difficulties, and caretaking.
When caring becomes self-destructive
Codependency describes a relationship pattern where one person prioritizes another's needs, feelings, and problems over their own — often to the point of self-neglect. It originally described relationships involving substance abuse but has since broadened to include any imbalanced caretaking dynamic.
Common signs
- Difficulty saying no to others
- Feeling responsible for others' emotions
- Fear of abandonment if you stop caretaking
- Losing sense of self in relationships
- Attracting partners who need "fixing"
About this assessment
This test is based on the Codependency Assessment Tool and related measures. It evaluates tendencies toward excessive caretaking, people-pleasing, and loss of identity in relationships.
Codependency patterns often develop in childhood — particularly in families where one member had an addiction, mental illness, or chronic dysfunction. Therapy can help identify and change these patterns.
Treat it as material for reflection rather than a clinical diagnosis. It can help you recognize patterns that affect your relationships.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 16 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed on screen. No account or login needed.