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DASS-21

DASS-21 is a set of three self-report scales designed to measure the emotional states of depression, anxiety and stress.

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DASS-21

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I was unable to become enthusiastic about anything

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I felt that life was meaningless

3 / 21

I experienced breathing difficulty (e.g. excessively rapid breathing, breathlessness in the absence of physical exertion)

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How often do you have difficulty getting things in order when you have to do a task that requires organisation?

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I felt I wasn’t worth much as a person

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I found it difficult to work up the initiative to do things

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I felt I was close to panic

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I experienced trembling (e.g. in the hands)

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I felt down-hearted and blue

10 / 21

I couldn’t seem to experience any positive feeling at all

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I was aware of the action of my heart in the absence of physical exertion (e.g. sense of heart rate increase, heart missing a beat)

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I was worried about situations in which I might panic and make a fool of myself

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I felt that I was using a lot of nervous energy

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I felt scared without any good reason

15 / 21

I felt that I was rather touchy

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I felt that I had nothing to look forward to

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I tended to over-react to situations

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I was intolerant of anything that kept me from getting on with what I was doing

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I found it difficult to relax

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I found myself getting agitated

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I was aware of dryness of my mouth

DASS-21 Results

View your Depression, Anxiety, and Stress scores after completing the test.

Category Score Range
Normal 0–14
Mild 15–18
Moderate 19–25
Severe 26–33
Extremely Severe 34+

Stress (None & Mild)

You show none or mild signs of stress. Your stress level is low. Stress at times can be motivating, it is essential for survival. The "fight or run" mechanism shows you when and how to respond in a dangerous situation. Problems begin to arise at the moment when this mechanism triggers too easily or there are too many stressors at a time. If you need someone to talk to, ask for a specialist here.

Stress (Moderate)

You show signs of moderate stress. The score obtained suggests the presence of signs of moderate stress and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend a specialist for a more thorough evaluation.



Stress (Severe & Extreme)

You show signs of extreme anxiety. The score suggests s the presence of signs of extreme anxiety and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend that you consult a doctor.

Category Score Range
Normal 0–9
Mild 10–13
Moderate 14-20
Severe 21–27
Extremely Severe 28+

Depression (None & Mild)

You show signs of none or mild depression. Some symptoms are familiar to you, and it's important to manage them and not allow them to affect the quality of your life. If you need someone to talk to, ask for a specialist here.

Depression (Moderate)

You show signs of moderate depression. The score obtained suggests the presence of signs of moderate depression and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend a specialist for a more thorough evaluation.



Depression (Severe & Extreme)

You show signs of extreme anxiety. The score suggests the presence of signs of extreme anxiety and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend that you consult a doctor.

Category Score Range
Normal 0–7
Mild 8–9
Moderate 10–14
Severe 15–19
Extremely Severe 20+

Anxiety (None & Mild)

You show signs of none or mild anxiety. Your level of anxiety is currently low, but it is present. This can affect your daily activity without you realizing it. If you need someone to talk to, ask for a specialist here.



Anxiety (Moderate)

You show signs of moderate anxiety. The score suggests the presence of signs of moderate anxiety and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend a specialist for a more thorough evaluation.



Anxiety (Severe & Extreme)

You show signs of extreme anxiety. The score suggests the presence of signs of extreme anxiety and it is recommended to receive specialized help. We recommend that you consult a doctor.