Family Communication Screener - Free Assessment

About this screener: This assessment is based on the McMaster Family Assessment Device (FAD) and measures family functioning across four domains — communication, emotional connection, conflict resolution, and roles. It is designed for any adult in the family to complete. Results are for informational purposes only and are not a clinical diagnosis.

Part A: Communication

Part B: Emotional Connection

Part C: Conflict Resolution

Part D: Roles & Responsibilities

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Part A — Communication

Family members listen to each other when someone shares a problem or feeling.

We can talk openly about difficult topics without it turning into an argument.

Family members say hurtful things to each other during disagreements. (higher = worse)

Important things go unsaid in our family because people are afraid of the reaction.

Part B — Emotional Connection

Family members feel genuinely understood and supported by each other.

There is warmth and affection expressed between family members.

Family members feel dismissed, ignored, or invalidated when they share feelings.

Part C — Conflict Resolution

Our family resolves disagreements before resentment builds up.

The same arguments happen over and over without ever being resolved.

When there is a problem, our family works together to find a solution.

Part D — Roles & Responsibilities

It is clear in our family who is responsible for what — decisions, chores, childcare, finances.

Family members feel that their contributions and efforts are recognized.

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