This paper has evaluated the stress level and its symptomatology in people attended by the public service department. One hundred twenty-six people were examined and divided into two groups: 62 from the country and 64 from the capital. The results has shown that 79% presented significant stress symptoms without regional distinction, and the psychological symptoms incidence was higher than the others. According to these data, prophylactic and stress treatment programs should be developed focused on the community needs.
community; Lipp's Stress Inventary; stress
