Overfunctioner Assessment

What is this?

   Overfunctioning gets us in a lot of trouble. It usually comes from a good place, but it can encourage underfunctioning in those around us. It can gut the soul of our relationships, sew seeds of resentment, and even communicate that we don't trust those around us. In order to address this, we need to identify what type of overfunctioning we're most likely to engage in, understand where (or when) we learned to do so, and then work to identify how these behaviors have been rewarded. This assessment can help identify what type of overfunctioner you may be.

   A brief explanation of your most likely type, or types, of overfunctioner are on the next page. Please remember, there is no "non-overfunctioner" result on this assessment. This means your specific, or most likely type, will be identified. Information in this assessment is not designed, nor should it be taken as, medical advice, a diagnosis, or to obtain any medical/therapeutic treatment or disability services. 

   Each type has a possible score of 20. A score above 15, in any one type, could indicate your overfunctioning style is unhealthy and likely deeply ingrained. If you have two or more types with the same score, you will be shown all possible types. 

What do I do with this?

   The results of the assessment will be emailed to you. That information may be helpful in therapy, with leadership development, or for your own personal growth. Answering these questions as honestly as possible will help give more accurate information. This can help increase your awareness into relationship patterns that have been disruptive or destructive for you.