Do I have a fear of heights? Take the test at the private practice of online psychologist Patric Pförtner.
Psychologist Patric Pförtner

Patric Pförtner

M.Sc. Psychologist, Doctoral Researcher

Test: Fear of Heights (Acrophobia)

Fear of heights (acrophobia) is a common anxiety disorder in which sufferers experience intense fear in elevated situations. This fear can show itself in various contexts — on balconies, viewing platforms or while climbing.

Typical signs of fear of heights can include:

  • strong heart pounding and sweating at altitude,
  • trembling and dizziness when looking down,
  • avoidance of situations involving exposure to heights,
  • feelings of panic on viewing platforms or balconies.

This test helps you assess whether you suffer from a fear of heights. You'll also receive practical tips for coping with the fear.

Originally written in German — read the original here: Höhenangst-Test.

Fear of Heights Test: 13 Questions

All questions refer to the last 14 days. The answer options are scaled like a grading system — the first option counts as one point, the last as five. Choose one answer per question and click Evaluate Now at the end.

1. Are you afraid to be at great heights (e.g. on a bridge, a balcony or in a high-rise)?

2. Do you feel physically uncomfortable at heights — e.g. with a racing heart, sweating or dizziness?

3. Are you afraid of losing control or falling when you are at height?

4. Do you avoid heights, or do you only feel safe there with great tension?

5. Does your fear grow stronger the higher you are?

6. Do you need company to feel safer at heights?

7. Do you often think about how you could escape from a height?

8. Do you already feel afraid just thinking about heights?

9. Has this fear of heights persisted over a longer period (several months or years)?

10. Do you experience your fear of heights as very burdensome?

11. Does your fear of heights affect your professional or personal life?

12. Do you feel your fear is exaggerated or irrational?

13. Is your fear limited exclusively to situations at great heights?

This online screening is not a diagnostic tool. Only a trained medical professional — such as a doctor, psychiatrist or psychotherapist — can advise you on the next steps.

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