1. What is the Holmes-Rahe Stress Scale?

Definition: A psychological tool that measures the amount of stress in a person's life based on significant life events.

Purpose: Helps assess the risk of stress-related health breakdown based on accumulated life changes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Score — Total stress score (points)
• Event Scores — Points assigned to each stressful life event experienced in the past year

Explanation: Each checked life event contributes its point value to the total stress score.

3. Importance of Stress Assessment

Details: Higher scores correlate with increased risk of stress-related health issues. Monitoring helps with prevention.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Check all life events you've experienced in the past year. The calculator sums their values and provides interpretation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What do the score ranges mean?
A: 300+ points = high risk, 150-299 = moderate risk, below 150 = low risk of stress-related illness.

Q2: How recent must the events be?
A: Typically events within the past 12 months are counted.

Q3: Are positive events counted?
A: Yes, both positive and negative life changes contribute to stress.

Q4: Can multiple occurrences be counted?
A: Generally only one occurrence per event type is counted unless specified otherwise.

Q5: Is this a diagnostic tool?
A: No, it's a screening tool. Consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis.