The following test was developed by Psychologists Lyle H. Miller and Alma Dell Smith at Boston University Medical Center. Score each item from 1 (almost always) to 5 (never) according to how much of the time each statement applies to you.

___1. I eat at least one, hot balanced meal a day.

___2. I get seven to eight hours sleep at least four nights a week.

___3. I give a receive affection regularly.

___4. I exercise to the point of perspiration at least twice a week.

___5. I smoke less than half a pack of cigarettes a day.

___6. I take fewer than five alcoholic drinks a week.

___7. I am the appropriate weight for my height.

___8. I have at least one relative within 50 miles on whom I can rely.

___9. I have an income adequate to meet basic expenses.

___10. I get strength from my spiritual/religious beliefs.

___11. I regularly attend club or social activities.

___12. I have a network of friends and acquaintances.

___13. I have one or more friends to confide in about personal matters.

___14. I am in good health (including eyesight, hearing, teeth).

___15. I am able to speak openly about my feelings when angry or worried.

___16. I have regular conversations with people I live with about domestic problems (i.e., chores, money, daily living issues).

___17. I do something for fun at least once a week.

___18. I am able to organize my time effectively.

___19. I drink fewer than three cups of coffee (or tea or cola drinks) a day.

___20. I take quiet time for myself during the day.

___ TOTAL

To get your score, add up the figures and subtract 20. Any number over 30 indicates a vulnerability to stress. You are seriously vulnerable if your score is between 50 and 75, and extremely vulnerable if it is over 75.