Stress is the body's physical, mental, and emotional response to any demand or challenge, whether positive or negative. It is a natural reaction that can affect a person's mood, behavior, and physical health.
The PSS is an instrument that measures how the respondents perceive their levels of stress. It assesses how unpredictable, uncontrollable, and overloaded the respondents find their lives.
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Answer honestly for the most accurate results. These tools are for education and do not replace a professional diagnosis.