Curious about rejection sensitivity?
If criticism feels like a punch to the gut, or you spend hours replaying awkward moments, you might be experiencing rejection sensitivity. Take our quick screening to understand your experiences better.
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Is this you?
These everyday moments can feel overwhelming when you have rejection sensitivity
"Your friend takes hours to reply..."
You spiral into panic. What did you do wrong? Are they angry? You re-read your last message 20 times looking for what you said wrong.
Our assessment helps you understand your trigger sensitivity and why small delays feel like rejection.
"Your boss gives you feedback..."
Even though it was constructive, you feel crushed. The rest of the day is ruined. You replay it for hours wondering if you should quit.
Our assessment measures your emotional pain intensity and recovery patterns after criticism.
"You weren't invited to a gathering..."
It might have been an oversight, but you're convinced everyone hates you. You withdraw from the whole group to avoid more pain.
Our assessment reveals how rejection affects your daily life and relationships.
"You want to share an idea at work..."
But you stay quiet. The fear of being wrong, judged, or dismissed is too strong. You've learned it's safer not to try.
Our assessment uncovers your worry patterns and how anticipation of rejection holds you back.
Understanding your patterns is the first step to managing them.
See Your Full ProfileWhat is Rejection Sensitivity?
Rejection sensitivity is when you feel criticism, rejection, or perceived failure much more intensely than others. It's not about being "too sensitive" — it's a real experience that affects many people, especially those with ADHD.
You might recognise:
- Dreading feedback, even when it's helpful
- Replaying embarrassing moments for days
- Feeling crushed by minor criticism
- Sudden intense emotions — rage, sadness, or shutdown
And you might:
- Avoid situations where you might be judged or fail
- Be a "people pleaser" to avoid disapproval
- Push yourself toward perfectionism
- Read negativity into neutral comments
Who is this screening for?
This assessment is designed for adults who want to understand their rejection sensitivity
What you'll learn
Your personalised report will help you understand your experiences
Sensitivity Level
How quickly you notice signs of potential rejection
Emotional Impact
The intensity of pain you feel when rejection happens
Worry Patterns
How much you anticipate or fear rejection
Your Reactions
How you respond in the moment when hurt
Recovery Time
How long it takes you to feel okay again
Daily Life Effects
How rejection sensitivity impacts your everyday life
How it works
Three simple steps to understanding your rejection sensitivity
Share a bit about yourself
A few quick questions about your background to personalise your experience.
Complete the assessment
Answer questions about your challenges (30) and strengths (24) over the past 3 months.
Get your results
Receive a personalised report with your rejection sensitivity profile and protective strengths.
Preview a Sample Report
See exactly what your report will look like: overall score, six-domain breakdown, personalised explanations, and helpful next steps.
View Sample ReportSimple, transparent pricing
- Comprehensive 54-question assessment
- Personalised results report
- Vulnerability and strengths profiles
- Score breakdown across 18 domains
- Growth recommendations based on your profile
- 90-day access to your report
- Email delivery of results
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Developed by doctors specialising in ADHD • Based on published RSD research
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55 questions covering challenges and strengths in 15-20 minutes
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This is a screening, not a diagnosis. The RSD-RS is a research tool that measures rejection sensitivity symptoms. Only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose ADHD or related conditions.
Contributing to research. Your anonymised responses contribute to ongoing research to better understand rejection sensitivity. No personally identifiable information is shared.
If you're in crisis. RSD can be connected to anxiety and depression. If you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm or are in crisis, please reach out:
- UK: Samaritans — 116 123 (free, 24/7)
- US: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 988
- Emergency: Call 999 (UK) or 911 (US)
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