Calculator
Rate each item from 0 to 4. Higher values mean greater difficulty, except support, where higher values reflect stronger protection.
Formula Used
Final Score = (Symptom Weighted Average × 0.75 + Context Weighted Average × 0.25) × 25
Symptom Weighted Average = Intrusion × 0.14 + Avoidance × 0.12 + Mood × 0.14 + Arousal × 0.14 + Sleep × 0.10 + Dissociation × 0.14 + Impairment × 0.22
Context Weighted Average = Exposure × 0.20 + Duration Normalized × 0.10 + (4 − Support) × 0.15 + Safety × 0.20 + Work/School × 0.20 + Physical Stress × 0.15
Duration Normalized = minimum(Duration Weeks ÷ 3, 4)
Resilience Buffer Score = ((Support × 0.70 + (4 − Safety) × 0.15 + (4 − Work/School) × 0.15) ÷ 4) × 100
This weighting model helps organize self-reported patterns. It is not a clinical instrument and should never replace a qualified mental health evaluation.
How to Use This Calculator
- Rate each symptom area honestly using the 0 to 4 scale.
- Enter how long symptoms have been active in weeks.
- Score support strength higher when your support system feels reliable.
- Press calculate to see the severity score, context burden, and resilience buffer.
- Use the graph and flagged areas to spot which domains need attention.
- Download CSV or PDF if you want a record for journaling or therapy discussions.
- Repeat weekly or after meaningful changes for better trend tracking.
- Seek professional support faster if safety concerns or impairment are high.
Example Data Table
| Profile | Symptom Score | Context Score | Resilience Score | Final Score | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light current stress | 18.5 | 14.0 | 76.0 | 17.4 | Lower current burden |
| Rising disruption | 43.5 | 36.0 | 48.0 | 41.6 | Moderate burden |
| High symptom load | 68.0 | 58.5 | 31.0 | 65.6 | High burden |
| Severe instability | 87.0 | 80.0 | 18.0 | 85.3 | Very high burden |
FAQs
1. What does this score measure?
It summarizes self-reported symptom intensity, daily impairment, exposure load, and protective support. The result helps structure reflection, not replace an assessment from a licensed clinician.
2. Is this a diagnosis?
No. It is an educational self-check. Trauma-related symptoms can overlap with anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, and medical issues, so only a qualified professional can diagnose conditions.
3. How often should I retake it?
Weekly or after meaningful changes is enough for most people. Retaking it too often can amplify worry instead of showing progress. Use consistent rating habits for better comparisons.
4. Why does support lower the burden score?
Protective support can buffer distress and improve coping. This calculator lowers the context burden when reliable personal, clinical, or community support is stronger.
5. What if symptoms are intense but recent?
High intensity can still matter even when symptoms are new. Persistent or worsening distress, safety concerns, or rapid functional decline deserves timely professional attention.
6. Can I use this during therapy?
Yes, as a conversation aid. Bring the score, flagged domains, and notes to therapy or coaching sessions so patterns become easier to discuss.
7. What score suggests urgent support?
Higher bands suggest greater disruption and fewer protective buffers. A score above 75, major safety concerns, or inability to function normally should prompt immediate support seeking.
8. How accurate is self-reporting?
Self-rating can miss minimization, shame, or momentary mood shifts. Honest scoring, repeated use over time, and professional interpretation improve usefulness.