What this cognitive errors questionnaire cfq measures
This cognitive errors questionnaire cfq estimates self-reported cognitive errors all-or-nothing mind reading catastrophizing should statement frequency signals patterns across four domains. Twenty-two original frequency items group into all or nothing, mind reading, catastroph loop, should statement. 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 cognitive distortion concern index averages these patterns into a 0 to 100 score where higher numbers mean more endorsed cognitive errors all-or-nothing mind reading catastrophizing should statement frequency signals on this screener, not a clinical diagnosis.
All or nothing
How often cognitive error all-or-nothing frequency signals appear.
Mind reading
How often cognitive error mind reading frequency signals appear.
Catastroph loop
How often cognitive error catastrophizing loop frequency signals appear.
Should statement
How often cognitive error should statement 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 cognitive errors questionnaire cfq
Complete 22 items to receive your cognitive distortion concern index, four domain bars, fear-of-intimacy stack chart, and band label.
What your result means
Your cognitive distortion 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 Cognitive Distortion Concern | 0 to 35 | Fewer endorsed cognitive errors all-or-nothing mind reading catastrophizing should statement frequency signals patterns; situational stress can still raise scores briefly |
| Mixed Cognitive Distortion Concern | 36 to 65 | Blend of occasional and recurring cognitive errors all-or-nothing mind reading catastrophizing should statement frequency signals signals worth tracking with a clinician if persistent |
| Higher Cognitive Distortion Concern | 66 to 100 | Frequent cognitive errors all-or-nothing mind reading catastrophizing should statement 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 cognitive errors questionnaire cfq patterns on this screener
- A cognitive distortion 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
Cognitive distortion concern index and sibling screeners
This cognitive errors questionnaire cfq screener uses original frequency items across four domains: all or nothing, mind reading, catastroph loop, should statement. 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 |
|---|---|
| Beck cognitive insight scale BCIS | Insight scale rather than CFQ distortion frequency items |
| Anxiety test | General anxiety screen rather than cognitive error questionnaire |
Cognitive Errors Questionnaire CFQ FAQ
What does this cognitive errors questionnaire cfq measure?
22 frequency items map to four domains plus a fear-of-intimacy stack. You receive a cognitive distortion 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 CFQ score diagnose depression or anxiety?
No. It describes self-report frequency patterns on these items only. Only a licensed clinician can evaluate mood or anxiety disorders after a full 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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