Dass-243 Jun 2026

The total DASS-21 score can be calculated by summing the scores of all 21 items. This provides an overall indication of the individual's psychological distress.

The full DASS consists of 42 items, each reflecting a negative emotional symptom. These items are not grouped together by category; instead, the order of the 42 items is randomized so that items of the same scale are not clustered together, which helps to minimize response bias. DASS-243