Cognitive Failures Questionnaire (CFQ)

Purpose:

The Cognitive Failures Questionnaire (CFQ) assesses how often you experience lapses in memory, attention, and action in daily life. This simplified version is tailored for easy scoring and self-assessment.

Instructions:

Rate how often you experience the following situations in your daily life:

0 = Never

1 = Rarely

2 = Sometimes

3 = Often

4 = Always

At the end, add up your total score to interpret your results.

Questions

Memory Failures

Attention Failures

Action Failures

Interpretation of Results:

0–10 Points: Low Cognitive Failures

You experience minimal cognitive lapses. Maintain a healthy routine and continue practicing focus and mindfulness.

11–20 Points: Mild Cognitive Failures

Occasional lapses may occur but are manageable. Consider using reminders, improving sleep, or reducing multitasking.

21–30 Points: Moderate Cognitive Failures

Cognitive lapses may be impacting your daily life. Focus on improving concentration techniques and managing stress.

31–40 Points: High Cognitive Failures

Frequent lapses could be a sign of significant distraction, stress, or health issues. Consulting a healthcare provider may help identify underlying causes.

What’s Next?

If cognitive lapses are affecting your quality of life, the Zan Center offers expert guidance and support tailored to your needs.

Disclaimer: This tool is for self-assessment only. Please consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation if needed. This scale is a general modified guide for Pakistani population.