Dass-393 [2021] Jun 2026

What does “DASS” stand for? A: It is the proprietary prefix for [Studio Name]’s “Deluxe Action Story Series” (hypothetical).

The Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS) are a set of three self-report scales designed to measure the negative emotional states of depression, anxiety, and stress. These scales were developed by Syd Lovibond and Peter Lovibond in 1995. The DASS is based on a dimensional model of negative affectivity, where each scale corresponds to a distinct emotional state. DASS-393