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Stress Trigger Assessment

Stress in small doses isn't a bad thing. Stress can challenge you to do your best. But too much stress can affect both your emotional and physical health. Learning what brings on stress in your life is the first step toward managing it. This assessment will help you identify your life "stressors."

In each category, check all the items that currently apply to your life.

PromotionNew jobDemotionReorganizationBeing laid offBoredom with jobDownsizingDislike of jobIncreased workloadNew technologyWorking harder, accomplishing lessHigh responsibility, low controlProblem employee, supervisor or co-workerLong-term unemployment
MarriageDivorceReconciliationSeparationHaving a childDeath in the family
Physical injuryIllnessMedical crisisFinancial problemsWeight gainWeight lossMaking a new friendTaking a vacationChildren leaving homeMovingStarting schoolCompleting schoolQuit smoking, drinking or using drugsLosing a good friendSkipping a vacationDifficulty finding good child care

Medical Reviewers:

  • Felson, Sabrina MD
  • Fraser, Marianne, MSN, RN
  • Watson, L Renee, MSN, RN