A Pre-Nuptial Stress Test

The preparation for marriage creates stresses you may never have experienced before. Unfortunately, this type of high stress can leave one (singular!) at the altar or running to hide! Stress is a natural by-product of this endeavor and one with which you can cope. Take the following test to see where your "pre-marital jitters" may, or may not, be a cause for concern.

Simply click on the appropriate button then, when you have answered all of the questions, click the Total button. You can print this form and manually apply the values shown to the right for each answer.	Not Applicable 0	Rarely 1	Sometimes 2	Frequently 3	Very Often 4	Always 5
1. I have a lot on my mind.
2. I have difficulty making decisions.
3. The arrangements are not clear.
4. I would like more control over the plans.
5. There are too many people to satisfy.
6. I don't have enough leisure time.
7. There is a great deal of time pressure.
8. Family divorce creates problems.
9. Members of my family live in different cities making communication and arrangements complex.
10. Intermarriage creates tension.
11. I have difficulty focusing on my tasks.
12. I have difficulty communicating with florist, caterer, etc.
13. I handle most things alone and get little support.
14. I have difficulty delegating.
15. I worry about the cost of it all.
16. My personal needs are in conflict with my family's demands.
17. Wedding plans are interfering with my work.
18. I have concerns about the health of my family.
19. My expectations are too high.
20. My life is one crisis after another.
21. I keep my feelings to myself and rarely express emotions such as fear and anger.
22. I am often quite fatigued.
23. People do things often irritate me.
24. I have frequent headaches (twice a week rates a 5).
25. I have muscle tension in my shoulders, neck or back.
26. I have stomach pains, indigestion or other digestive problems.
27. I am eating too much or too little.
28. I have trouble sleeping.
29. I feel anxiety.
30. I have difficulty coping with the change in my life.
				Totals:

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	30 or less...	Congratulations! Your level of stress is low and everything will probably proceed successfully. Our heartiest best wishes for the future!

	31 -to 60...	You're not alone here! Your stress level is about average for the circumstances. It is just that level of stress that will get things done properly.

	61 to 80...	Your level of stress suggests that you may need to talk with someone to help you address both your attitude and, perhaps, the logistics required to get to the altar.

	81 or more...	Taking action now is very important for your personal health and happiness. If it's not a therapist you wish to visit, then, at the very least, find that "best man" or "best woman" with whom to share your concerns.

If you are scoring high on this test, can we offer to be of assistance? We have people who will listen and help you bring this stress under control.

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This test is adapted from Myrna Ruskin Associates, Inc. (212) 355-0538