Article 66: Analysis of the Emotional Stability Scale Scoring and its Seven Dimensions

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The 210 questions above contain 7 subscales, with each subscale consisting of 30 questions. They evaluate a person's mental health status from 7 aspects: inferiority complex, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, dependency, hypochondria, and guilt.

Score according to the 7 scoring tables provided below. The numbers in the scoring tables are the item numbers in the questionnaire. A "+" sign after the item number indicates that answering "yes" earns 1 point, and answering "no" earns 0 points; a "-" sign after the item number indicates that answering "no" earns 1 point; all answers "hard to say" earn 0.5 points. Add up the scores for each item to get your total score on the scale.

1. Feelings of inferiority

1+ 8- 15- 22- 29+ 36- 43- 50- 57+ 64+ 71+ 78- 85- 92- 99- 106+ 113- 120- 127- 134- 141- 148+ 155+ 162- 169- 176- 183- 190- 197+ 204+

2. Depressive

2- 9- 16+ 23+ 30- 37+ 44- 51+ 58- 65- 72- 79+ 86- 93- 100- 107- 114- 121+ 128+ 135- 142+ 149- 156- 163- 170- 177+ 184- 191- 198- 205+

3. Anxiety

3+ 10- 17- 24+ 31+ 38+ 45+ 52+ 59+ 66- 73+ 80- 87- 94- 101+ 108+ 115+ 122- 129+ 136+ 143+ 150+ 157- 164+ 171+ 178+ 185+ 192+ 199+ 206+

4. Compulsive

4+ 11+ 18+ 25+ 32+ 39+ 46+ 53+ 60+ 67+ 74+ 81+ 88+ 95+ 102+ 109+ 116- 123- 130+ 137+ 144+ 151+ 158+ 165+ 172+ 179+ 186+ 193+ 200+ 207+

5. Autonomy

5- 12+ 19+ 26- 33+ 40- 47- 54- 61- 68- 75+ 82+ 89+ 96+ 103- 110- 117- 124+ 131+ 138+ 145- 152- 159- 166- 173- 180+ 187- 194- 201- 208-

6. Hypochondria

6- 13- 20+ 27+ 34+ 41+ 48+ 55+ 62+ 69+ 76+ 83+ 90- 97- 104- 111- 118- 125- 132- 139- 146- 153- 160- 167- 174+ 181+ 188+ 195+ 202+ 209+

7. Guilt

7+ 14+ 21+ 28+ 35+ 42+ 49+ 56+ 63+ 70+ 77+ 84+ 91+ 98+ 105+ 112+ 119+ 126+ 133+ 140+ 147+ 154+ 161+ 168+ 175+ 182+ 189+ 196+ 203+ 210-

Test Analysis

You can mark your scores on the 7 scales in the profile below.

The vertical line in the middle of the chart represents the average level of people. If your score is mostly near or to the right of the line, your emotions are relatively stable and your mental health is good. If your score is mostly to the left of the line, your emotions are somewhat unstable, and your mental health may be problematic. In this case, it's best to see a psychologist for counseling and try self-adjustment using the doctor's advice or the methods in this book.

Emotional Adaptability Profile

Inferiority complex: High scorers (>15 points) are confident in themselves and their abilities, believing they are valuable and useful, and that they are well-liked. These individuals are very self-loving and not arrogant. Low scorers (<8 points) have low self-esteem and believe they are not liked by others.

Depression: High scorers (>15 points) are optimistic, have a good emotional state, are satisfied with themselves, feel content with life, and are indifferent to worldly affairs. Low scorers (<8 points) are pessimistic and world-weary, easily discouraged, depressed, disappointed with their lives, feel out of place in their surroundings, and feel superfluous in this world.

Anxiety: High scorers (>12 points) are easily bothered and anxious about trivial matters, and have unnecessary worries about possible unfortunate events. Low scorers (<6 points) are calm, peaceful, and resistant to irrational fears and anxieties.

Compulsiveness: High scorers (>12 points) are meticulous, attentive, and perfectionistic in detail. They are disciplined, calm, and composed, but easily troubled by dirt, mess, or disorder. Low scorers (<6 points) are informal, easygoing, and do not adhere to rules, routines, or rituals.

Autonomy: High scorers (>10 points) are highly autonomous, enjoy freedom, take charge of their own affairs, see themselves as masters of their own destiny, and solve their problems with a realistic attitude. Low scorers (<5 points) often lack self-confidence, see themselves as victims of fate, are manipulated by others or events around them, and tend to gravitate towards authority. This tendency is slightly more pronounced in men.

Hypochondriasis: High scorers (>8 points) often complain of discomfort in various parts of their body, are overly concerned about their health, and frequently ask doctors and family members for sympathy. Low scorers (<4 points) rarely get sick and do not worry about their health.

Guilt: High scorers (>8 points) experience self-blame and low self-esteem, often tormented by their conscience, without considering whether their actions truly deserve moral condemnation. Low scorers (<4 points) rarely show a tendency to punish themselves or regret past behavior. Generally speaking, a certain degree of guilt is meaningful, but excessive self-blame is considered a characteristic of neurosis.

8. Who do you truly love?

A young woman in her prime will undoubtedly have several passionate suitors, all hoping to outmaneuver her and win her favor. However, from your perspective, you cannot share your love with everyone; you can only choose one person you are truly willing to give your love to. Whom have you fallen in love with? Is it true love, or just a momentary infatuation? If you can honestly answer the following questions, you will not find the correct answer.

(1) If he leaves for a short time, you will:

a. Try to write to him during your free time in the evenings.

b. Occasionally go shopping or watch movies with other boyfriends for entertainment.

c. He would rather spend his free time with his close girlfriend than simply write to him every week.

(2) If you suddenly run into your ex-boyfriend from your school days, and he politely asks you out, what would you do?

a. Politely decline his request and tell him that you already have someone.

b. Accept his invitation.

c. Hesitant, unsure whether to agree to his request or politely decline.

(3) When you attend a dance, you will hope that:

a. To dance alone with him.

b. I'll dance with anyone who invites me, whether they're a stranger or a friend.

c. After dancing with him a few times, she danced with other boyfriends she was closer to.

(4) If you notice he is wearing simple or even worn-out clothes while traveling together, you would:

a. Absolutely no problem, because you like him as a person, not what he wears.

b. Ask him to pay attention next time and wear a nicer outfit instead.

c. Give him a slight nod, indicating that you'll dress better next time.

(5) Regarding both families:

a. You hope he can meet your parents.

b. You do not wish to inquire about his parents.

c. You believe that you should only bring him to your home on an appropriate occasion.

(6) When you're on a date, how will you spend money?

a. It is suggested that the burden be divided between two people, with one person contributing one unit and the other five.

b. Let him be solely responsible for all expenses.

c. Stop him from spending money recklessly.

(7) Regarding telephone issues, you would:

a. I hope he will call me frequently.

b. You feel a little annoyed if he calls you while you're working.

c. You only hope he calls when you're free in the evening.

(8) If he is sick, you will:

a. I visit him every day.

b. Take the opportunity to accept other people's dates, and then go to visit him after he recovers.

c. Give him a bouquet of flowers or some fruit.

(9) If you suddenly saw him talking to a girl on the street, you would:

a. Feeling jealous and unhappy.

b. Remain calm and composed.

c. I feel extremely uneasy.

(10) If he accidentally scolds you a few times, you will:

a. Very sad

b. Retort

c. She left him in anger.

9. Detecting Lies

If you suddenly ask him about a detail he mentioned earlier, he will either deny it outright or give you a different explanation. If he uses something as evidence, and you counter with something else, even if he still dares to argue, it will mostly be weak and feeble. As the saying goes, a guilty conscience needs no accuser.

To conceal their inner secrets, liars often become boisterous about trivial matters that shouldn't be their concern, while displaying unusual indifference towards things they should care about. These two abnormalities are warning signs that something is amiss.

Eye

The eyes are the windows to the soul. When someone speaks, their gaze wanders, they avoid direct eye contact, and they lower their eyes and look down; this is generally considered a sign of lying. Because if their eyes meet, it will inevitably intensify the liar's inner tension and panic.

However, even seasoned liars are adept at this. So, while lying, they stare intently into your eyes, even actively seeking your gaze to appear honest. But their pupils inevitably dilate. Research shows that pupils not only dilate or constrict with light intensity but are also easily influenced by emotions. Although a liar may dare to look you in the eye while speaking, their inner unease and hypocrisy are real, thus their pupils will inevitably dilate.

sound

The tension of lying causes a rapid heartbeat and uneven breathing, inevitably affecting the tone and speed of one's speech. Generally speaking, the voice is always higher than usual when lying, to show seriousness. Sometimes there is also a different kind of "intonation," with the first half of a sentence being spoken in a higher tone, while the last few words are mumbled. The lie is about to be uttered, but it has already been partially swallowed by oneself.

His speaking speed will also be different from usual. He speaks slowly when he should speak quickly, and speaks quickly when he should speak slowly. This is a clumsy attempt to deliberately affect and deceive himself. As for the fact that his speech contains more pronunciation errors than usual, unclear pronunciation, and commas such as "this-", "ah-", "um", etc., these further expose the flaws.

Body movements

The most obvious physical manifestation of inner tension is unnatural movement; a slightly stiff posture when standing or sitting, and a slightly rigid neck when turning or bending forward. Less noticeable symptoms include a rapid heartbeat, muscle tension, and involuntary tremors in some areas, such as the nostrils, corners of the eyes, and eyebrows, which may also show slight contractions. The most easily detected signs are stiff or twitching facial muscles, trembling eyebrows, weak lips when speaking, a listless demeanor, and constant fidgeting with the hands, such as fidgeting with clothing or other objects, scratching the head, touching the chin or earlobe, stuttering dry cough, and playing with lighters or cigarettes. Some of these signs are external manifestations of inner unease and tension, while others are unconscious "self-comforting" actions-actions the individual attempts to relieve or numb themselves.

10. The Secret of Sitting Posture

A person's posture reflects not only their habitual personality traits but also their inner feelings at that moment. By analyzing their sitting posture, we can uncover a person's inner secrets.

Sitting upright: A person who often sits upright with their eyes fixed straight ahead is a perfectionist who likes to be meticulous and practical. Such a person only does things they are confident about and never takes risks. Although they are pragmatic, they often lack innovation and flexibility.

Sitting deeply: Sitting deeply in a chair with your back straight is a way of showing the other person that you have the upper hand.

Sitting sideways: People who sit sideways in a chair are indicating that they feel comfortable and don't feel the need to leave a better impression on others. They are often emotionally expressive and unconcerned with details.

Squatting: People who hunch their bodies down and tuck their hands between their thighs are often people with a strong sense of inferiority. They are humble but lack self-confidence and are mostly of the submissive type in terms of personality.

Sitting with legs and arms outstretched: People who sit with their arms and legs spread out, occupying the largest possible space, may have a tendency to be in charge, possess a natural talent for leadership or a dominant personality, or they may be extroverted, arrogant, and careless about details. For women, this sitting posture may also indicate a lack of sexual experience.

Cross-legged sitting: This posture, in which one leg is crossed over another, is used to reinforce a defensive posture. Shy, fidgety, timid, and insecure women commonly use this posture.

Crossed ankles: This is a negative bodily signal. When men display this posture, they often also place their clenched fists on their knees or grip the armrests of the chair tightly with both hands. Most women, however, adopt a slightly different posture, keeping their legs together, feet apart, and hands naturally placed on their knees or one hand resting on the other. Research suggests this is a bodily posture used to control negative thoughts, emotions, tension, and fear, indicating alertness or defensiveness.

The "4-shaped" leg-clamping posture: In debates, people with a stubborn attitude often use one or both hands to hold one leg, forming a "4" shape. This posture suggests an inflexible mindset or a competitive attitude. It is a common sitting posture for many men with competitive personalities.

Ascending a chair: Some people like to sit upside down in their chairs, with the back facing forward and legs spread apart, as if straddling the chair. This is a defensive behavior people exhibit when faced with verbal threats, bored with someone else's speech, or want to suppress others' dominance in the conversation and assert their own. During a conversation, when an extroverted person is at a disadvantage, they may unconsciously straddle the chair to gain dominance and put others at a disadvantage. People with this habit often want to be the center of attention and act like a king.

In addition, the subconscious movements of the legs or feet while sitting can also indicate a person's mood or certain personality traits at that time.

For example, gently shaking one's feet, fidgeting with one's legs, or tapping the floor with one's toes while sitting indicates anxiety, unease, impatience, or an attempt to relieve tension.

Shaking one's foot while sitting with it resting on the other leg indicates a relaxed mood. If one goes further and shakes their foot while picking at their slippers or heels with their toes, it carries a stronger connotation of indulgence, such as teasing or seduction.

The act of suddenly sitting down in front of others may seem casual, impolite, or unrefined, but in reality, it reveals an underlying unease or a secret that the person is unwilling to share. They unconsciously use this action to mask their suppressed emotions.