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Stress Quiz

Author: Melissa Boudin, PsyD

Melissa Boudin PsyD

Dr. Boudin, a clinical psychologist with 15+ years experience, specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief, with additional focus on improving mental health access and resources.

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Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Nick, PhD Licensed medical reviewer

Published: July 30, 2025

How much stress are you carrying right now?

It’s normal to feel stressed from time to time, dealing with day-to-day life. However, when stress starts to take over, it can affect your mood, body, sleep, and overall health.

This 3-minute stress quiz can give you a better idea of how much stress you may be experiencing, how it could be impacting your life, and what steps you can take to manage it.

Disclaimer: While this quiz helps indicate stress levels, it is not a medical test and does not provide a diagnosis. Only a licensed mental health professional can provide a diagnosis for mental health conditions. You are encouraged to discuss any concerns you have with a mental health professional, for which resources will be provided at the end of the quiz.

Stress Quiz

Answer the following questions based on how often you’ve experienced each statement in the last month. After you complete the quiz, we will provide you with results and a set of next steps based on your responses.

Feel overwhelmed by everything you need to do

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Having trouble relaxing, even when you have free time

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling irritable, angry, or frustrated more easily than usual

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Headaches, muscle tension, or unexplained aches and pains

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling mentally exhausted or “burned out”

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Finding it hard to focus or concentrate on tasks

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like you’re under constant pressure

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Digestive issues (such as nausea, upset stomach) or changes in appetite

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Difficulty coping with everyday responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Using unhealthy habits (such as overeating, drinking alcohol, or zoning out on your phone/TV) to cope with stress

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling physically tired, even after resting or sleeping

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like you’re easily distracted or forgetful

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like you don’t have enough time to take care of myself or do things you enjoy

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Getting sick more often (colds, infections, or other health issues) than you used to

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

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