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Social Phobia Inventory

The Social Phobia Inventory (abbreviated as SPIN) is a 17-item questionnaire developed by the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Department at Duke University. It is effective in screening for, and measuring the severity of social anxiety disorder.

3 minutes to complete

Eligibility

To fill out the Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN), individuals must be at least 18 years of age and have a diagnosis of social phobia. Additionally, they must be willing to provide information about their anxiety symptoms, including frequency and severity.

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Questions for Social Phobia Inventory

Questions

1.

I am afraid of people in authority.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
2.

I am bothered by blushing in front of people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
3.

Parties and social events scare me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
4.

I avoid talking to people I don’t know.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
5.

Being criticized scares me a lot.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
6.

I avoid doing things or speaking to people for fear of embarrassment.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
7.

Sweating in front of people causes me distress.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
8.

I avoid going to parties.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
9.

I avoid activities in which I am the center of attention.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
10.

Talking to strangers scares me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
11.

I avoid having to give speeches.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
12.

I would do anything to avoid being criticized.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
13.

Heart palpitations bother me when I am around people.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
14.

I am afraid of doing things when people might be watching.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
15.

Being embarrassed or looking stupid are among my worst fears.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
16.

I avoid speaking to anyone in authority.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely
17.

Trembling or shaking in front of others is distressing to me.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. A little bit
  3. Somewhat
  4. Very much
  5. Extremely

Scales Similar to Social Phobia Inventory

  • Social Anxiety Scale (SAS)
  • Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS)
  • Social Avoidance and Distress Scale (SADS)
  • Social Anxiety Disorder Scale (SADS-IV)

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on
Social Phobia Inventory

What is the Social Phobia Inventory?

The Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN) is a self-report questionnaire developed to measure the fear and avoidance of social situations. It consists of 17 items that assess the frequency and intensity of fear, avoidance, and distress in various social situations.

How is the Social Phobia Inventory scored?

The SPIN is typically scored according to the total number of items endorsed. Each item is scored on a scale from 0 (not at all) to 4 (extremely). The total score ranges from 0 to 68, with higher scores indicating greater severity of social anxiety.

What is the purpose of the Social Phobia Inventory?

The Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN) is a self-report measure of social anxiety. It is used to assess the severity of social anxiety and to identify people who may be at risk for developing a social anxiety disorder. SPIN is widely used in research and clinical practice to evaluate the severity of social anxiety.

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