“Age is just a number” – you’ve heard of this phrase, haven’t you? But have you ever wondered what it means? We all have a “mental age” and that’s one of the reasons why we sometimes feel like an “old soul” or a “teen stuck in an adult’s body”. But, what is this “mental age” we all seem to have?
Mental age can be defined as your “mental ability expressed as the age at which an average person reaches the same ability”. Mental age, in psychological terms, is used to assess a child’s neurodevelopmental ability, especially in children with ASD or Down syndrome and in neurodevelopmental disorders where the actual age of the child does not always align with their mental age.
Our mental age can be calculated by observing our executive functions, emotional growth, and maturity. While these skills are developed as we age, there may be people who might not always develop these skills and act, feel, or behave the way they should at their age.
So, are you excited to learn your mental age? Do you think your mental age aligns with your actual age? Or do you believe that you’re either an old soul stuck in a young body or a child stuck in an adult body?
If you’re looking for a fun yet introspective quiz to figure out your mental age, then our quiz will help! Our “Mental Age Test” is designed for anyone who’s wondering how old they are mentally.
Before you begin this quiz, keep in mind that having a younger mental age does not mean you’re immature nor does having an older mental age mean you’re old-fashioned or a fuddy-duddy.
A Word of Caution: This is a self-assessment test and not an official diagnosis. The score reflected on this quiz does not necessarily define or characterize your emotional, intellectual, or behavioral abilities. If you’re looking for an official diagnosis or assessment, it is recommended that you speak to a mental health professional.
What is Your Mental Age ? Take this test to find out.
Instructions:: Please try to answer each of the questions below as honestly as you can. We ask you to be honest to deliver an accurate result.
Your Mental Age is 15-21
Your mental age is somewhere between 15-21 which means you have a teenager or a young adult’s thinking. You’re just now beginning to be self-aware, but you have a long way to go. You’re an energetic and fun-loving person and to you, life is all play and less work. There’s nothing wrong with that!
Your Mental Age is 25-30
Your mental age is somewhere between 25-30 which means that you’re a goal-driven and hardworking person who finds life meaningful. You enjoy learning new things and gaining new experiences. You like enjoying spending time with your friends and family and that’s OK!
Your Mental Age is 35-45
Your mental age is somewhere between 35-45 which means you proceed with caution and logic instead of heading head first into things. All good traits to have. You are a wise person who’s sure of who you are and what you want from life. With this mental age, you prefer spending quiet time with your loved ones and like to move at a slower pace than others.
Your Mental Age is 55+
Your mental age is 55 and above which means you’re mentally mature. You have clear ideas of what you want from life and it shows. At this mental age, you’re looking for experiences and people you like and are quite close to new experiences. You’re set in your ways and OK with it. You prefer hanging out with your family and living a stress-free life. You prefer a slow pace and are very happy with it too.
