Once calculated, scores fall into five severity tiers:
| Severity | Depression | Anxiety | Stress | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Normal | 0–9 | 0–7 | 0–14 | | Mild | 10–13 | 8–9 | 15–18 | | Moderate | 14–20 | 10–14 | 19–25 | | Severe | 21–27 | 15–19 | 26–33 | | Extremely Severe| 28+ | 20+ | 34+ | DASS-127
Disclaimer: This guide is intended for informational and educational purposes. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or licensed therapist for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding mental health. Once calculated, scores fall into five severity tiers:
The DASS-21 consists of three subscales: Depression, Anxiety, and Stress. Each subscale contains seven items. The questionnaire asks respondents to rate the frequency and severity of their experiences over the past week on a 4-point Likert scale, ranging from 0 (did not apply to me at all) to 3 (applied to me very much, or most of the time). Disclaimer: This guide is intended for informational and