The Digital Stress Test by Aura and Common Sense Media

What if hours of screen time isn’t the biggest source of digital stress?

Take our test to learn what may impact your kid's wellbeing

Take our Digital Stress Test to learn what may matter for your wellbeing.

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What is the Digital Stress Test?

The Digital Stress Test is a free, parent-focused assessment from Aura, offered by Aura Parents and Common Sense Media. It helps you consider patterns in your child’s digital experiences that may be contributing to stress.

You’ll answer the five questions and receive a score out of 25 with simple context for interpretation. The test is informational only and not meant to be clinical.

The Digital Stress Test is a free assessment from Aura, offered by Aura Parents and Common Sense Media. It helps you consider patterns in your digital experiences that may be contributing to stress.

You’ll answer the five questions and receive a score out of 25 with simple context for interpretation. This test is informational only and not meant to be clinical.

Frequently asked questions

Based on the Digital Stress Scale by the University of Kansas, modified by Aura and Common Sense Media with permission. Not a diagnostic tool.

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01/06

Question 1

Your kid’s age and gender.

Your age and gender.

This helps us show how your results compare to other kids.

Step into yourkid's shoes

Answer the following questions based on how you believe your child would respond.

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Question 2

“I fear that others have more rewarding experiences than me.”

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02/06

Question 3

“I feel nervous about how others will respond when I post new updates on social media.”

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03/06

Question 4

“I spend too much time responding to notifications / messages.”

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04/06

Question 5

“I must have my phone with me to know what is going on.”

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Question 6

“I feel a social obligation to be constantly available online.”

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Your Digital Stress Test Score

15/25

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This score is higher than X% of kids

in their peer group.

your age.

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Common Sense Media’s “Parents' Ultimate Guide to Managing Digital Parenting Anxiety”

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