University Stress Scale

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University Stress Scale

How often have each of the following caused you stress over the past month? If any are not
applicable to you, tick Not at all.

Not at all Sometimes Frequently Constantly


0 1 2 3
1. Academic/coursework demands
2. Procrastination
3. University/college environment
4. Finances and money problems
5. Housing/accommodation
6. Transport
7. Mental health problems
8. Physical health problems
9. Parenting issues
10.Childcare
11. Family relationships
12.Friendships
13. Romantic relationships
14. Relationship break-down
15. Work
16. Parental expectations
17. Study/life balance
18. Discrimination
19. Sexual orientation issues
20. Language/cultural issues
21. Other demands

References
Stallman, H. M. (2008). University Stress Scale. Brisbane: Queensland University of Technology
Stallman, H. M., & Hurst, C. P. (2016). The University Stress Scale: Measuring domains and
extent of stress in university students. Australian Psychologist, 51(2), 128-134.
doi:10.1111/ap.12127

Scoring
Problem score = number of items endorsed > 0; Range = 0–22
Extent score = sum of all items; Range = 0–66

Interpretation
Extent score ≥ 13 is predictive of significant psychological distress

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