Are you cynical? Is your temper on a hair-trigger? Are you still plotting revenge on that kid who stole your pencil in second grade? Hostility, manifested in cognitions, emotions and behaviors, has recently received a great deal of attention among psychological researchers. In addition to its negative impact on personal and professional relationships and emotional health, hostility has been identified as a key factor in the development of heart disease. This hostility test will assess whether the degree to which you express this strong emotion has become unhealthy.

Examine the following statements and indicate to what degree they apply to you. In order to receive the most accurate results, please answer each question as honestly as possible.

After finishing the test, you will receive a Snapshot Report with an introduction, a graph and a personalized interpretation for one of your test scores. You will then have the option to purchase the full results.