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So, how stressed are you?
Rate each question below with the correct number corresponding to the scale below. Base your answer on what has been true for you for the past 2 weeks. Add up your answers for the seventeen questions and compare them to the score ranges at the bottom of the page.

0-1 = Strongly Disagree
2-3 = Mildly Disagree
4-5 = Neutral
6-7 = Mildly Agree
8-9 = Strongly Agree

1)
 Do you and/or your partner have a short fuse?
2)
 Do you find it difficult to ask for what you need in your relationship?
3)
 Do you and/or your partner find it difficult to share what you really feel about one another?
4)
 Are you dissatisfied with the level of intimacy in your relationship?
5)
 Are you tired of changing who you are to meet others' needs?
6)
 Are you fearful of getting too close?
7)
 Do you participate in negative self-talk?
8)
 Do you lack a way to maintain your health?
9)
 Are you fearful of not following through with a fitness program that works?
10)
 Has your health deteriorated to a point of frequent fatique, multiple physical symptoms, chronic dissatisfaction, lack of balance?
11)
 Do you notice intrusive images, feelings or thoughts related to past experiences?
12)
 Do you have a hard time relaxing?
13)
 Do you find that nothing makes you happy for long?
14)
 Do you always compare yourself with other people?
15)
 Do you find yourself falling short of achieving the success you desire?
16)
 Do you believe you might not find the right person?
17)
 Do you feel that your life is lacking meaning?
 
Total

How did you score?

0-35 You manage your stress very well. Although you experience stress at times, it probably passes quickly and doesn't interfere with your life.

36-70 Your stress level fluctuates from low to moderate. Consider applying cognitive behavioral approaches to managing your stress and listening to a relaxation meditation tape.

71-106 Your stress level is bordering on high. Now is the time to get to the root of what your stressed feelings are all about. Consider consulting with a stress specialist.

106-153 Your stress level is very high. Apply stress relief exercises and consider talking about your stress with a specialist. You will benefit from committing to a consistent stress reduction program.