Take the Stress Management Quiz

The following quiz can be used to see how well you manage your stress.  The higher your score, the better the lifestyle choices you are making.  These positive choices will act as a buffer against stress.

Alcohol and mood-altering substances.

I drink alcohol in moderation or not at all.  I do not abuse mood-altering substances.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Diet/nutrition

I eat nutritional foods each day.  I drink two or less caffeinated drinks a day.  I avoid excess salt, fat, and sugar.  I drink 8 glasses of water daily.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Exercise

I exercise at least three times each week for at least 30 minutes (total).

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Expression

I express my needs and assert myself.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Friendships and family

I have good social support, friends, and/or family.  I can ask for assistance from others.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

 Goals

I have reasonable and clear goals for myself.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Humor

I can laugh at myself each day.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Pleasure time

I make time for myself each day.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Reward

I pat myself on the back for a job well done or whenever I am pleased with my efforts.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Self-care

I honor myself and tell myself that I am a good and worthy person.  I take responsibility for my actions.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Spirituality

I fulfill my spiritual needs through reading reflection, ceremonies, etc.

Strongly disagree                      Disagree                       Agree               Strongly Agree

             0                                        1                                2                             3

Scoring:  Add up your score.  28-33 excellent-you are stress resistant, 23-28 very good—keep improving with stress management techniques, 18-23 good—this is the year to take charge of stress in your life, less than 18 get moving—stress will affect your health.

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