Form: Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale, IUS

Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale, IUS
1 – Not at all characteristic of me
2 – Mostly not characteristic of me
3 – Neutral
4 – Mostly characteristic of me
5 – Entirely characteristic of me
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1
Uncertainty stops me from having a strong opinion.
2
Being uncertain means that a person is disorganized.
3
Uncertainty makes life intolerable.
4
It's unfair having no guarantees in life.
5
My mind can't be relaxed if I don't know what will happen tomorrow.
6
Uncertainty makes me uneasy, anxious, or stressed.
7
Unforeseen events upset me greatly.
8
It frustrates me not having all the information I need.
9
Uncertainty keeps me from living a full life.
10
One should always look ahead so as to avoid surprises.
11
A small unforeseen event can spoil everything, even with the best planning.
12
When it's time to act, uncertainty paralyses me.
13
Being uncertain means that I am not first rate.
14
When I am uncertain, I can't go forward.
15
When I am uncertain, I can't function very well.
16
Unlike me, others seem to know where they are going with their lives.
17
Uncertainty makes me vulnerable, unhappy, or sad.
18
I always want to know what the future has in store for me.
19
I can't stand being taken by surprise.
20
The smallest doubt can stop me from acting.
21
I should be able to organize everything in advance.
22
Being uncertain means that I lack confidence.
23
I think it's unfair that other people seem to be sure about their future.
24
Uncertainty keeps me from sleeping soundly.
25
I must get away from all uncertain situations.
26
The ambiguities in life stress me.
27
I can't stand being undecided about my future.