Table 2.

Examples of stress assessment items

Physical health statements

I experience muscle stress and tension.

I experience tension headaches.

I suffer from chronic pain.

I have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

I don’t exercise regularly.

I am not comfortable ‘in my skin’.

I have increased or decreased eating.

I usually snack rather than eat meals.

I have steadily increased my drug or alcohol intake.

I have poor concentration and memory loss.