PSS-10

Stress test

Stretched thin? Measure how overwhelmed life has felt this past month.

Start the test — it's free

Feeling stretched thin? This free stress test uses the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) to measure how unpredictable, uncontrollable, and overwhelming your life has felt over the past month.

It's one of the most widely used stress measures in research. Your result comes with a plain-language explanation of your stress level and what it might mean — a private starting point, not a diagnosis.

Common questions

What does the stress test measure?

Your perceived stress — how overwhelming and uncontrollable life has felt recently — over the past month.

Is it free and private?

Yes. The preview is free, no account needed, and your responses stay private.

How long does it take?

About 5 minutes.