Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)
Screen for social anxiety: fear, avoidance, and physical symptoms
How much does social anxiety get in your way? The SPIN looks at three things: what you're afraid of, what you avoid, and what your body does. 17 items, about 5 minutes. It won't diagnose you, but it'll give you a sense of where you stand.
What Is the Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)?
How much has social anxiety gotten in your way over the past week? The SPIN checks that with 17 items. Connor and colleagues published it in 2000 as a shorter alternative to the longer social anxiety measures — quick enough for screening, still broad enough to cover the main symptom areas.
It covers three dimensions:
- Fear -- how much social situations scare you
- Avoidance -- what you steer clear of
- Physical symptoms -- blushing, sweating, racing heart, trembling
Scoring
All forward-scored.
| Score | Severity |
|---|---|
| 0-18 | None |
| 19-30 | Mild |
| 31-40 | Moderate |
| 41-50 | Severe |
| 51-68 | Very severe |
Result Interpretation
After completing the 17 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.