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Printed on 4/21/2026
For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice.
PSS-10 is a general stress-perception questionnaire used in clinical and community settings to estimate how unpredictable, uncontrollable, and overloaded life has felt recently.
Formula: Total PSS-10 = sum of all 10 items after reverse scoring items 4, 5, 7, and 8. Range 0-40.
Higher PSS-10 totals indicate greater perceived stress burden over the past month and can support stress-focused intervention planning.
Use for baseline and follow-up stress-burden monitoring in behavioral health, primary care, and wellness contexts.
PSS-10 is subjective and context-sensitive; scores may fluctuate with transient stressors and do not by themselves indicate a formal mental-health diagnosis.
For related assessments, see GAD-7, PHQ-9 and Sleep Calculator.
Disclaimer: This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about your health.
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