The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) measures how unpredictable and overloaded life has felt over the last month. Ten questions, about two minutes, free and private.
PSS-10 screening ready. 10 questions.
Perceived stress in the last month
Stress test (PSS-10)
The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) measures the degree to which situations in your life are appraised as stressful — unpredictable, uncontrollable and overloading.
- Time
- ~4 min
- Items
- 10
- For
- Adults. 10 questions.
In the last month, how often have you felt or thought a certain way?
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Source: Cohen S, Kamarck T, Mermelstein R. A global measure of perceived stress. J Health Soc Behav. 1983;24:385–396.
Screening tools indicate the likelihood of a condition — they are not a clinical diagnosis. A clear positive result is your cue to consult Dr. Sodhi or another qualified mental-health professional.
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