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Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS)

The Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) is a widely used self-report questionnaire developed to assess the severity of anxiety symptoms. It measures emotional distress, nervousness, panic-like feelings, and physical symptoms commonly linked to anxiety disorders. The scale includes both psychological and somatic symptoms, helping provide a broad overview of anxiety-related experiences.

The questionnaire is commonly used in clinical practice, research settings, and mental health screening. It is designed to be simple, quick to complete, and easy to understand for adults from different backgrounds.

Participants rate how often each statement applies to them using a 4-point scale ranging from “A Little Of The Time” to “Most Of The Time.” The questionnaire evaluates emotional, cognitive, and physical symptoms associated with anxiety.

This assessment is intended for educational, research, and self-reflection purposes only. Results are anonymous and should not be considered a clinical diagnosis or substitute for professional psychological evaluation.

Each item is scored from 1 to 4. Higher scores indicate greater anxiety-related symptoms and emotional distress. Several positively worded items are reverse scored before calculating the final result.

Raw scores range from 20 to 80. The total raw score may also be converted into an Anxiety Index score for clinical interpretation.

Typical scoring interpretation:
20–44 = Normal Range
45–59 = Mild to Moderate Anxiety
60–74 = Marked to Severe Anxiety
75–80 = Extreme Anxiety

I feel more nervous and anxious than usual.

I feel afraid for no reason at all.

I get upset easily or feel panicky.

I feel like I’m falling apart and going to pieces.

I feel that everything is all right and nothing bad will happen.

My arms and legs shake and tremble.

I am bothered by headaches neck and back pain.

I feel weak and get tired easily.

I feel calm and can sit still easily.

I can feel my heart beating fast.

I am bothered by dizzy spells.

I have fainting spells or feel like it.

I can breathe in and out easily.

I get numbness and tingling in my fingers and toes.

I am bothered by stomach aches or indigestion.

I have to empty my bladder often.

My hands are usually dry and warm.

My face gets hot and blushes.

I fall asleep easily and get a good night’s rest.

I have nightmares.