Online Alexithymia Questionnaire (OAQ-G2)

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Take this screener if…

• You struggle to identify or describe your own emotions.

• You often feel “empty” or disconnected from your emotional state.

• You find it hard to understand how emotions have physical effects.

• You may rely on routine or structure to compensate for emotional uncertainty.
   

The OAQ‑G2 is a self-assessment designed to explore traits related to alexithymia—a difficulty in identifying, understanding, and expressing emotions. While not exclusive to any one neurotype, alexithymia is particularly common among autistic individuals, with research suggesting that 40–70% of autistic people experience some degree of it.
 

This questionnaire helps bring awareness to how emotional processing may impact relationships, mental health, and overall well-being.
 

37 Questions
 

Who It’s For:

Adults (18+) who suspect they may have challenges with emotional insight, expression, or regulation—especially those who identify as neurodivergent or autistic.
 

Duration:

Approximately 7–10 minutes
 

What It Measures:

The OAQ‑G2 examines emotional and relational functioning across seven key domains:
 

• Difficulty identifying emotions

• Difficulty describing feelings

• Externally-oriented thinking

• Vicarious interpretation of feelings

• Restricted imagination

• Problematic interpersonal relationships

• Sexual difficulties or disinterest
   

These traits are not signs of failure or lack of feeling—they reflect how your brain processes emotional information, which may differ from neurotypical norms.
 

Score Interpretation

Total Score Range: 0-185

0-94: No Alexithymia - You likely have strong emotional awareness and expression, with a well-developed ability to understand both your own emotions and those of others.

95-112: Possible Alexithymia - You may experience some difficulty recognizing or expressing feelings. These challenges are meaningful but may be manageable, and further reflection or discussion with a clinician can help clarify the picture.

113-185: Alexithymia Present - Your responses suggest significant challenges in identifying, expressing, and understanding emotions. These difficulties may affect your relationships, social interactions, and emotional regulation.
 

Domain Score Interpretation

Each of the seven domains is scored separately:
 

Difficulty Identifying Feelings (6-30):

Low 6-13 · Moderate 14-22 · High 23-30

Difficulty Describing Feelings (4-20):

Low 4-9 · Moderate 10-15 · High 16-20

Vicarious Interpretation of Feelings (3-15):

Low 3-7 · Moderate 8-11 · High 12-15

Externally-Oriented Thinking (7-35):

Low 7-16 · Moderate 17-25 · High 26-35

Restricted Imaginative Processes (6-30):

Low 6-13 · Moderate 14-22 · High 23-30

Problematic Interpersonal Relationships (7-35):

Low 7-16 · Moderate 17-25 · High 26-35

Sexual Difficulties and Disinterest (4-20):

Low 4-9 · Moderate 10-15 · High 16-20

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A higher domain score indicates that this aspect of alexithymia is more present in your experience.
 

Support for Emotional Awareness and Expression

If you scored high on the OAQ‑G2, you may often feel disconnected from your emotions or struggle to express them in a way others understand. This can create challenges in relationships, self-reflection, and mental well-being—but it doesn’t mean you’re emotionally deficient. Many people with alexithymia experience emotions deeply but have difficulty recognizing or communicating them.
 

A neurodiversity-affirming therapist can help you develop language for your inner experience, build emotional clarity, and support your connection with others in ways that feel safe and authentic.
 

👉 Ready to take the next step? [Reach out through our contact form]—we’re here to help.

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