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How Vulnerable are You to Stress?

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Mark from 1 (almost always) to 5 (never), according to how much of the time each statement applies to you.

___ 1. I eat at least one hot, balanced meal a day.
___ 2. I get 7 to 8 hours of sleep at least 4 nights a week.
___ 3. I give and receive affection regularly.
___ 4. I have at least one relative within 50 miles on whom I can rely.
___ 5. I exercise to the point of perspiration at least twice a week.
___ 6. I smoke less than half a pack of cigarettes a day.
___ 7. I take fewer than five alcoholic drinks a week.
___ 8. I am the appropriate weight for my height.
___ 9. I have an income adequate to meet my basic expenses.
___10. I get strength from my religious beliefs.
___11. I regularly attend club or social activities.
___12. I have a network of friends and acquaintances.
___13. I have one or more friends to confide in about personal matters.
___14. I am in good health (including eyesight, hearing, teeth).
___15. I am able to speak openly about my feelings when angry or worried.
___16. I have regular conversations with the people I live with about domestic problems, e.g., chores, money, and daily living issues.
___17. I do something for fun at least once a week.
___18. I am able to organize my time effectively.
___19. I drink fewer than three cups of coffee (or tea or cola) a day.
___20. I take quiet time for myself during the day.

___ SUBTOTAL - 20 = ___ TOTAL

To get your score, add up the figures. Then, subtract 20. Any number over 5 indicates a vulnerability to stress. You are seriously vulnerable if your score is between 25 and 55, and extremely vulnerable if your score is over 55.

Adapted from a test developed by Lyle H. Miller and Alma Dell Smith at Boston University Medical Center.

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