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State Trait Anxiety Inventory

The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) is a psychological questionnaire used to measure an individual's level of anxiety. It is commonly used in both research and clinical settings to assess the severity of anxiety and to diagnose anxiety disorders. 

Time to complete

5 minutes

Eligibility

In order to complete the State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), a person must be at least 18 years old and must be capable of understanding and responding to the questions in the inventory.

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Questions for State Trait Anxiety Inventory

1.

State Anxiety

2.

I feel calm

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
3.

I feel secure

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
4.

I am tense

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
5.

I feel strained

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
6.

I feel at ease

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
7.

I feel upset

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
8.

I am presently worrying over possible misfortunes

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
9.

I feel satisfied

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
10.

I feel frightened

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
11.

I feel comfortable

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
12.

I feel self-confident

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
13.

I feel nervous

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
14.

I feel jittery

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
15.

I feel indecisive

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
16.

I feel relaxed

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
17.

I feel content

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
18.

I am worried

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
19.

I feel confused

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
20.

I feel steady

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
21.

I feel pleasant

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Not at all
  2. Somewhat
  3. Moderately so
  4. Very much so
22.

Trait Anxiety

23.

I feel pleasant

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
24.

I feel nervous and restless

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
25.

I feel satisfied with myself

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
26.

I wish I could be as happy as others seem to be

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
27.

I feel like a failure

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
28.

I feel rested

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
29.

I am calm, cool and collected.

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
30.

I feel that difficulties are piling up so that I cannot overcome them

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
31.

I worry too much over something that doesn't really matter

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
32.

I am happy

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
33.

I have disturbing thoughts

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
34.

I lack self-confidence

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
35.

I feel secure

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
36.

I make decisions easily

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
37.

I feel inadequate

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
38.

I am content

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
39.

Some unimportant thoughts runs through my mind and bothers me

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
40.

I take disappointments keenly that I can't put them out of my mind

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
41.

I am a steady person

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always
42.

I get into a state of tension and turmoil as I think my recent concerns and interests

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Almost Never
  2. Sometimes
  3. Often
  4. Almost always

Similar Ideas

  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children (STAIC)
  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-X)
  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Adults (STAI-A)
  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Adolescents (STAI-Y)
  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for the Elderly (STAI-E)
  • The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for College Students (STAI-C)

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on State Trait Anxiety Inventory

What is the State Trait Anxiety Inventory?

The State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) is a psychological assessment tool used to measure an individual’s anxiety levels. It is composed of two 20-item scales designed to measure the transient (state) and enduring (trait) aspects of anxiety.

Who developed the State Trait Anxiety Inventory?

The State Trait Anxiety Inventory was developed by Raymond Cattell and H.A. Wendt in 1970.

What is the purpose of the State Trait Anxiety Inventory?

The STAI is used to evaluate an individual’s level of anxiety. It is used to diagnose and treat anxiety-related disorders, as well as to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

How is the State Trait Anxiety Inventory administered?

The STAI is typically administered in a paper-and-pencil format. It can also be administered online.

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