Online Alexithymia Questionnaire (OAQ-G2)

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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
 

Are you struggling with alexithymia?

Learn more about the different ways alexithymia shows up and how therapy can help you manage it. 

 

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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 to Low Prevalence of Alexithymia Traits
  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: Moderate Presence of Traits
  You may experience occasional difficulty recognizing or expressing feelings, but these challenges are likely manageable and do not significantly impact daily functioning or relationships.
   

• 113 and Above: High Presence of Traits
  Your responses suggest significant challenges in identifying, expressing, and understanding emotions. These difficulties may affect your relationships, social interactions, and emotional regulation.

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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