What this brief prodromal questionnaire pq b measures
This brief prodromal questionnaire pq b estimates self-reported prodromal psychosis concern frequency signals patterns across four domains. Twenty-two original frequency items group into unusual thoughts, sensory shifts, social drop, sleep disruption. Each item also maps to a fear-of-intimacy stack layer. A second results chart inspired by FOIS-style intimacy avoidance themes from Descutner and Thelen (1991), adapted to this topic. Your prodromal concern index averages these patterns into a 0 to 100 score where higher numbers mean more endorsed prodromal psychosis concern frequency signals on this screener, not a clinical diagnosis.
Unusual thoughts
How often prodromal unusual thought concern frequency signals appear.
Sensory shifts
How often prodromal sensory shift concern frequency signals appear.
Social drop
How often prodromal social drop concern frequency signals appear.
Sleep disruption
How often prodromal sleep disruption concern frequency signals appear.
How it works
Answer 22 frequency items
Rate each frequency statement from Never to Very often. You click Next after each answer; there is no auto-advance.
Items map to domains and intimacy stack
Answers accumulate percentages for four primary domains plus four fear-of-intimacy stack layers.
View index, band, and charts
Results show Lower, Mixed, or Higher signal bands with domain bars and stack chart.
Take the brief prodromal questionnaire pq b
Complete 22 items to receive your prodromal concern index, four domain bars, fear-of-intimacy stack chart, and band label.
What your result means
Your prodromal concern index is the normalized total across all 22 items on a 0 to 100 scale. Domain bars show which pattern drives your result most. The fear-of-intimacy stack chart shows parallel closeness-guarding layers.
| Band | Index range | Typical reading |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Prodromal Concern | 0 to 35 | Fewer endorsed prodromal psychosis concern frequency signals patterns; situational stress can still raise scores briefly |
| Mixed Prodromal Concern | 36 to 65 | Blend of occasional and recurring prodromal psychosis concern frequency signals signals worth tracking with a clinician if persistent |
| Higher Prodromal Concern | 66 to 100 | Frequent prodromal psychosis concern frequency signals signals; schedule professional evaluation, not self-diagnosis |
What your report looks like
What this quiz can and cannot tell you
Can tell you
- How you report brief prodromal questionnaire pq b patterns on this screener
- A prodromal concern index and four domain bars plus fear-of-intimacy stack
- Vocabulary for follow-up conversations or study review
- A baseline before retaking after life or coursework changes
Cannot tell you
- Diagnose any mental health or medical condition from self-report alone
- Replace medical monitoring, therapy, or workplace safety evaluation
- Predict crisis risk without a licensed clinician assessment
- Label you permanently from one online frequency screener
Prodromal concern index and sibling screeners
This brief prodromal questionnaire pq b screener uses original frequency items across four domains: unusual thoughts, sensory shifts, social drop, sleep disruption. Results include a 0 to 100 index and fear-of-intimacy stack chart.
Browse the mental health & clinical hub for sibling quizzes with distinct question banks. Pair with our fear of intimacy quiz when results touch closeness themes.
| Test | Focus |
|---|---|
| Schizophrenia quiz | Psychosis screen rather than prodromal PQ-B framing |
| Psychosis quiz | Active psychosis concern rather than early prodromal signs |
Brief Prodromal Questionnaire PQ B FAQ
What does this brief prodromal questionnaire pq b measure?
22 frequency items map to four domains plus a fear-of-intimacy stack. You receive a prodromal concern index from 0 to 100. Not a diagnosis.
What is the fear-of-intimacy stack?
A second results chart with vulnerability pull-back, trust hesitation, self-disclosure limits, and closeness anxiety adapted to this topic.
How long does the quiz take?
About 5 minutes for 22 items with session autosave.
Who reviewed this content?
Dr. Elena Vasquez, PhD reviewed the test framing and result explanations. See our editorial policy for review standards.
Does a high prodromal concern score mean I will develop psychosis?
No. It describes self-report frequency patterns on these items only. Only a licensed clinician can evaluate risk after structured clinical assessment.
Can I retake the quiz?
Yes. Session data saves in your browser until you clear it or retake from results.
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