Do I have Operational Stress Injury?
This screening tool is designed as a guide to determine if you might have symptoms of an Operational Stress Injury
This screening tool has 20 questions in total and should take about 3-5 minutes to complete. The test is completely confidential, and your responses will not be recorded by Archways Centre for CBT.
Are you experiencing difficulties in the following areas?
| Yes No | Repeated, distressing memories, or dreams |
| Yes No | Repeated and distressing dreams |
| Yes No | Sleep disturbances |
| Yes No | Increased irritability |
| Yes No | Low frustration tolerance |
| Yes No | Difficulty managing stress |
| Yes No | Difficulty concentrating |
| Yes No | Difficulty communicating |
| Yes No | Difficulty with emotional connection |
| Yes No | Change in core beliefs (example: the world is unsafe). |
| Yes No | Hyper-alert or feeling “on guard” |
| Yes No | Flashbacks |
| Yes No | Jumpy |
| Yes No | Adrenaline-seeking |
| Yes No | Hyperactivity or restlessness |
| Yes No | Avoidance |
| Yes No | Loss of interest in activities that used to be enjoyed |
| Yes No | Sense of hopelessness |
| Yes No | Increased use of alcohol or other substances |
| Yes No | Dark thoughts |
If you answered yes to more than one of these questions, you may have an Operational Stress Injury. If you are experiencing distress by these behaviours, consider getting in touch with us for a complete and thorough evaluation.
First Responder Program Staff:
Jerrica Hunter, M.Psy., R.P. (Qualifying)
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