What this diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma measures
This diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma estimates self-reported introjected states psychological trauma shame echo critic voice numb freeze flash return frequency signals patterns across four domains. Twenty-two original frequency items group into shame echo, critic voice, numb freeze, flash return. 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 trauma introjection frequency index averages these patterns into a 0 to 100 score where higher numbers mean more endorsed introjected states psychological trauma shame echo critic voice numb freeze flash return frequency signals on this screener, not a clinical diagnosis.
Shame echo
How often trauma introjection shame echo frequency signals appear.
Critic voice
How often trauma introjection critic voice frequency signals appear.
Numb freeze
How often trauma introjection numb freeze frequency signals appear.
Flash return
How often trauma introjection flash return 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 diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma
Complete 22 items to receive your trauma introjection frequency index, four domain bars, fear-of-intimacy stack chart, and band label.
What your result means
Your trauma introjection frequency 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 Trauma Introjection Frequency | 0 to 35 | Fewer endorsed introjected states psychological trauma shame echo critic voice numb freeze flash return frequency signals patterns; situational stress can still raise scores briefly |
| Mixed Trauma Introjection Frequency | 36 to 65 | Blend of occasional and recurring introjected states psychological trauma shame echo critic voice numb freeze flash return frequency signals signals worth tracking with a clinician if persistent |
| Higher Trauma Introjection Frequency | 66 to 100 | Frequent introjected states psychological trauma shame echo critic voice numb freeze flash return 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 diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma patterns on this screener
- A trauma introjection frequency 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
Trauma introjection frequency index and sibling screeners
This diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma screener uses original frequency items across four domains: shame echo, critic voice, numb freeze, flash return. 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 |
|---|---|
| Davidson trauma scale for ptsd self assessment dts | DTS PTSD screen rather than INTR shame critic introject frequency items |
| Emotional trauma test | Trauma test broad rather than numb freeze flash return cues |
Diagnosis Of Introjected States In Psychological Trauma FAQ
What does this diagnosis of introjected states in psychological trauma measure?
22 frequency items map to four domains plus a fear-of-intimacy stack. You receive a trauma introjection frequency 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 INTR score diagnose PTSD or confirm trauma history?
No. It describes self-report frequency patterns on these items only. Only a licensed clinician can evaluate trauma related concerns after 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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