<p><strong>ABSTRACT</strong></p>
<p>The current research studied the association between perceived stress and its relation to demographic and psychosocial factors among elderly people (60 or more years). 290 participants from two Chilean cities, 84% were women. One way ANOVA and t test were performed on SPSS v.20. The results showed that 31.6% was stressed out, while men presented lower levels (28.3% slight) than women (6.9% medium); non-statistical differences were found. High levels were observed among couples (18.8% slight, 6.5% medium), primary studies (22.2% medium), 3 comorbilities (33.3%, 50%), living in company of others (77.8%, 50%), depressive state (38.9 medium). The results showed that stress impact among scholarity and depression. Early diagnosis and implementation of programs related to improve the quality of life and to minimize stress are needed.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Key words:</strong> Psychological stress, elderly people, elderly adult, Perceived stress.</p>