How Vulnerable Are You To Stress?

How Vulnerable Are You To Stress?

The following test was developed by Psychologist Lyle H. Miller and Alma Dell Smith at Boston University Medical Center. Score each item 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 seven to eight hours sleep at least four 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 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 or 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 drinks) a day.
	20) I take quiet time for myself during the day.