How to Cope with Stress - Stress Inventory Worksheet

What are some of the stressors in your life right now?

Work:

Home:

Spouse:

Social:

List six major commitments in your present life (such as your spouse, family, job, school, other responsibilities.)

What other commitments would you like to make?

Identify the ways you respond to stress:

Denial Temper/Angry Outbursts

Withdrawal/Isolation

Gambling

Self-Destructive Behaviors

Overeating

Compulsive Coping

Over-spending

Substance use: Nicotine

Workalcoholism

Alcohol

Sexual Promiscuity

Drugs

Tics/Compulsive habits

Food

Dreams/Nightmares

Chocolate

Caffeine (tea, coffee, sodas)

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by Joyce Henderson