HRSQ

The Health Resiliency Stress Questionnaire© (HRSQ) provides a quick overview of a person’s ability to tolerate and cope with stress. The HRSQ identifies and quantifies resiliency skills (strengths), tolerance to stress, expanded Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and other experiences of trauma and/or violence.

The Health Resiliency Stress Questionnaire© (HRSQ) is a free tool to provide a quick overview of a person’s ability to tolerate and cope with stress, which is known to significantly affect their health. Dr. Wiet created the HRSQ for busy primary care providers, and it is now valued also by therapists, treatment centers, medical specialists, naturopaths, and other providers. The HRSQ will remain an open-source tool for providers, because Dr. Wiet remains committed to help every provider "see" their patient more holistically. When traumatic stress is acknowledged, healing takes root, including physical health.

The HRSQ quantifies resiliency skills (strengths), stress-tolerance, expanded Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and other experiences of trauma and/or violence. We know that cumulative toxic stresses are highly associated with pro-inflammatory illnesses, which makes the HRSQ a very helpful and important tool for any health care practice. The HRSQ is an efficient (4-5 min), self-administered tool. The resiliency sections can be utilized to measure /monitor improvement from trauma-resolution therapies.

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Privacy Assurance

NO IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION IS STORED. Plus, data is HIPAA-compliant and stored behind a secure fire wall. We also scrub the IP (computer) address that a participant uses to complete the HRSQ. We have gone the extra mile to protect responses of all participants, because we know how critical it is to protect privacy. Data that is stored includes date of completion, numerical scores entered, and basic demographics. This is an IRB-approved study.

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Identifying Stress-Related Symptoms

Stress doesn't just impact our minds, it also manifests physically in many forms, from headaches and fatigue to trouble sleeping and digestive issues, or even high blood pressure. Unfortunately, its signs and symptoms may be hard to spot at first, leading many to dismiss or attribute these problems to other sources.

The HRSQ enables us to establish the link between physical symptoms and psychological stress. For example, you've been experiencing stomachaches and high levels of stress at work. With this data in hand, stress-related symptoms will no longer be missed or treated individually but within context of larger trends and events.

Why Is the HRSQ Important?

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Assessing Mental Health

Mental wellbeing is as important to your wellbeing as physical health, yet it can often be hard to discuss openly. That is why the HRSQ includes questions related to anxiety, depression and burnout as well as ways to cope with difficult emotions. This way we can detect early warning signs for mental illness conditions more easily.

If the answers provided to us indicate that you've been struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety or depression. You can get treatment much earlier before problems worsen further.

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Evaluating Coping and Resilience Skills

Life presents numerous challenges and obstacles. Each person responds to stress differently. The HRSQ examines your coping mechanisms and resilience, your ability to rebound after setbacks. In terms of managing stress in healthy ways or feeling overwhelmed?

By understanding your coping abilities and needs, we can suggest strategies to enhance coping mechanisms. This might involve therapy sessions, stress-management techniques, lifestyle modifications or resilience training programs. We aim to equip you with tools to manage stress.

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Informing Holistic Treatment Plans

At Sovegna, we believe in treating the entire person rather than isolated symptoms. With HRSQ at ourservice, we can create a holistic treatment plan which addresses physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

If the questionnaire shows that stress is negatively impacting your sleep and mood, our team might advise using multiple approaches such as:

Mindfulness or relaxation techniques to calm your mind
Counseling or therapy to address emotional challenges
Exercise or nutrition changes to support your body
Building social support systems to help you feel connected

This well-rounded approach leads to better outcomes and a higher quality of life.

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Tracking Progress Over Time

Health is an ongoing endeavor. The HRSQ should serve as a way of tracking your progress over time. If there has been an important life event or medication change, or you've started therapy or a wellness program, filling out an HRSQ again can help us monitor your progress while making adjustments if necessary.

By regularly monitoring changes to your stress levels, symptoms, and coping abilities, we can tailor treatment accordingly and celebrate with you when significant progress has been achieved.

How the HRSQ Benefits You

Filling out an HRSQ may appear like just another form, but it can help take control of your health in powerful ways. Here is why taking part can benefit you:

Better Communication: The HRSQ provides you with a structured way of sharing sensitive health-related information with doctors or therapists, so they are aware of any factors influencing your health.
Personalized Care: Your answers enable our team to recommend treatments that meet your needs.
Early Intervention: By identifying the causes early, support or treatment can be obtained before problems worsen further.
Empowerment: An understanding of your stress patterns and coping abilities enables you to make well-informed choices regarding your health and well-being.
Whole-Person Health: The HRSQ supports an integrative wellness approach by targeting both body and mind to promote lasting well-being.

What to Expect on the HRSQ

The HRSQ is straightforward and confidential. You’ll be asked about:

Physical symptoms (like headaches, fatigue, sleep issues)
Emotional well-being (anxiety, mood, stress levels)
Coping strategies (how you handle challenges)
Lifestyle factors (work, relationships, habits)

No right or wrong answers exist here. What's important is being honest. We are here to help you, not judge, so any information provided will only ever be used in support of your health and will remain private.

Instructions

Enter Email Address

In the field labeled "Doctor or Therapist's Email Address," input the email of your health care provider with whom you'd like to share your results.

Provider Code

You can enter your Medical Record Number (MRN) for your provider or create your own discreet identifier code.

Complete the Questionnaire

Answer all questions honestly to receive an accurate assessment of your stress and resiliency levels. (All questions are optional.)

Submit Your Responses

Once completed, submit the form. Your results will be scored and anonymously entered into a database for future statistical study.

Why Your Participation Matters

At Sovegna, we understand that each patient is unique. Their experiences, challenges and strengths all shape their health. By filling out an HRSQ, you provide your doctor or therapist with enough data for diagnosis.

Understand the root causes of your symptoms
Create a treatment plan that fits your life
Support you in building resilience and managing stress
Track your progress and celebrate your successes

Your active participation is an integral component of care, it allows us to work as partners on your wellness.

The HRSQ Is An Open-Source Tool for All Providers

At Sovegna, our commitment is not solely to improving patient wellbeing. We believe in enhancing healthcare everywhere. That is why our HRSQ is available as an open-source tool that any healthcare provider, clinic, or organization can utilize without charge.

What does this mean for you as a patient?

Making this questionnaire freely available to doctors, therapists, and care teams allows for more comprehensive approaches towards understanding stress and resilience issues within healthcare.

Why open source?

Collaboration leads to superior outcomes. By sharing HRSQ openly, we encourage innovation and continuous improvement. Providers can customize this questionnaire to their patients' specific needs.

ACEs Connection Blog Article on HRSQ

If you would like to learn more about the history and development of the HRSQ, click the button below. You will see how this instrument is the result of a truly collaborative effort and without funding.

ACEs Connection Article: HRSQ

Frequently Asked Questions

While it’s not mandatory, we strongly encourage all patients to complete the HRSQ. The more information we have, the better we can support you.
Most people complete the HRSQ in about 4-5 minutes.
Absolutely. Your responses are private and used only to guide your care.
Do your best. If you’re unsure, you can discuss it with your doctor or therapist during your appointment.
Yes, your answers help us understand your needs and tailor your care.

Take the Next Step with Sovegna

Your health goes beyond numbers on a chart. It is about how you feel, cope and live your life. The Health Resiliency and Stress Questionnaire provides a simple yet powerful way for healthcare providers to better understand the total picture so we can all work towards helping you feel your best.

If you haven’t filled out the HRSQ yet, we encourage you to do so before your next appointment.
If you have questions or concerns, our team is here to help.