Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS)

Definition

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS) is a tool developed by Holmes and Rahe to measure the amount of stress a person experiences based on major life events. It assigns numerical values to different events, with higher scores indicating higher levels of stress.

Related terms

Stressors:

These are specific events or situations that can cause stress. They can be positive or negative and vary from person to person.

Coping Strategies: These are techniques or actions individuals use to manage and reduce their stress levels in response to stressful situations.

Psychosomatic Illness: This refers to physical symptoms or illnesses that are caused or worsened by psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, or emotional distress.