Welcome to Behavioral Therapy Day (CBT) on the forums!
We will take this opportunity to launch a challenge. All members are encouraged to take on the challenge and post results and any feedback they have. Later in the week you will see tips and strategies to help better interpret yourself and the way you perceive the world around you.
This week’ challenge we will continue talking about stress management…
How much stress do you have on the job site? Take this small quiz to find out.
Enter a number from the sliding scale below that best describes you.
1 Strongly Disagree
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5 Agree Somewhat
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10 Strongly Agree
• I can't honestly say what I really think or get things off my chest at work.
• My job has a lot of responsibility, but I don't have very much authority.
• I could usually do a much better job if I were given more time.
• I seldom receive adequate acknowledgment or appreciation when my work is really good.
• In general, I am not particularly proud or satisfied with my job.
• I have the impression that I am repeatedly picked on or discriminated against at work.
• My workplace environment is not very pleasant or particularly safe.
• My job often interferes with my family and social obligations or personal needs.
• I tend to have frequent arguments with superiors, coworkers or customers.
• Most of the time I feel that I have very little control over my life at work.
Add up the replies to each question for your TOTAL JOB STRESS SCORE
If you score between 10-30, you handle stress on your job well; between 40-60, moderately well; 70-100, you’re encountering problems that need to be addressed and resolved.
(Source: Quiz Acquired from the American Institute of Stress)
Please feel free to share your score or experiences!
