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Stress Symptom Survey

Stress causes physiological changes. Your body will sense and express stress long before your mind recognizes it.

Check each symptom listed below that you experience often (once or twice a week) or if you know you experience that symptom during stress. Press the 'Finish' button for your total score and an evaluation of how intensely stress is affecting your body.

sore, tense muscles
headaches
jaw pain
insomnia
difficulty staying asleep
upset stomach
ulcers
cold hands or feet
trouble getting your breath
rashes or hives
high blood pressure
tightness or pain in chest
dry mouth
sweaty palms
blushing
foot-tapping, finger drumming
procrastination
negative attitude
easily annoyed or irritated
feeling fearful, insecure
temper outbursts
anxiety
mood swings
backaches
teeth grinding
waking up early
frequent colds, flu
knots in stomach
poor appetite, or overeating
constipation, diarrhea
colitis
itching
fatigue
trembling, twitching
heart racing or pounding
easily startled
lump in throat
weakness, dizziness
nail biting
accident proneness
difficulty concentrating
forgetfulness
feeling tense or nervous
worrying
your mind going blank
depression
ringing in the ears
restlessness
increase in caffeine, alcohol, sugar, tobacco, drug use
 

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