Question

According to the Holmes and Rahe's stressful life events measure, arrange the following life events according to decreasing stress score:
A. Death of a close family member.
B. Unexpected accident or trauma.
C. Appearing for examination.
D. Change in eating habits.

• A. D, C, B, A
• B. A, B, C, D
• C. A, B, D, C
• D. D, C, A, B

Hint:

Stressful life events can impact our health and well-being. Understanding the most stressful life events helps in stress management and coping strategies.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

According to Holmes and Rahe's stressful life events scale, the order of stress levels is as follows: - A. Death of a close family member is considered the most stressful life event, given its significant emotional and psychological impact.
- B. Unexpected accident or trauma also scores high in terms of stress because of the sudden and unexpected nature of the event.
- D. Change in eating habits is a moderate stressor, usually resulting from lifestyle changes or health-related issues.
- C. Appearing for examination is considered a low-stress event in comparison to the others listed here.
Thus, the correct order is A, B, D, C.