Stroke Risk Calculator for Young Adults

Young-person stroke risk estimator

Select factors that apply and click Calculate risk. This tool provides a simple risk score and plain-language interpretation. It does not replace professional medical advice.

Risk factors (check all that apply)
Estimated risk score: 0 / 0

Disclaimer: This is an educational estimator built for general information only. It is not a substitute for an assessment by a qualified healthcare professional. If you are worried about stroke risk, sudden symptoms (weakness, numbness, speech difficulty, severe headache), or ongoing risk factors, seek medical care immediately.

// Weights chosen for a simple educational score model (not clinical) const maxPossibleScore = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll('.risk')).reduce((acc, cb) => acc + Number(cb.dataset.weight), 0);document.getElementById('scoreMax').textContent = maxPossibleScore;function calculateStrokeRisk() { const age = parseInt(document.getElementById('age').value, 10) || 0; const sex = document.getElementById('sex').value; const checkboxes = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll('.risk')); let score = 0; let selected = [];checkboxes.forEach(cb => { if (cb.checked) { const label = cb.parentNode.textContent.trim(); score += Number(cb.dataset.weight) || 0; selected.push(label); } });// add age modifier for younger vs older in range targeted (10-49). // This is educational only: age 35-49 adds small extra points, = 35 && age <= 49) score += 1; if (age < 25) score -= 0; // keep neutral; stroke in very young often depends on other causes// slight sex-specific marker: hormonal contraceptives affect risk only when combined with other risks. // we don't auto-add points for being female; user should check "current hormonal contraceptive" if relevant.// normalize to a percentage-ish display (0..100) const rawScore = Math.max(0, score); const percent = Math.round((rawScore / maxPossibleScore) * 100);// Interpretation buckets (educational, not clinical) let interpretation = ''; if (percent <= 10) { interpretation = 'Low (based on selected factors). Continue regular care and healthy habits.'; } else if (percent <= 30) { interpretation = 'Moderate — consider addressing modifiable risks (blood pressure, smoking, drugs, obesity). Discuss with a clinician.'; } else if (percent <= 60) { interpretation = 'High — several risk factors present. Strongly consider medical review and risk-reduction steps.'; } else { interpretation = 'Very high — multiple major risk factors present. Seek medical evaluation to discuss prevention and screening.'; }// update UI document.getElementById('scoreVal').textContent = rawScore; document.getElementById('bar').style.width = percent + '%'; // color the bar progressively if (percent <= 30) { document.getElementById('bar').style.background = '#5fd67a'; // greenish } else if (percent <= 60) { document.getElementById('bar').style.background = '#f0c330'; // amber } else { document.getElementById('bar').style.background = '#e6584a'; // red }document.getElementById('interpretation').textContent = interpretation; document.getElementById('resultBox').style.display = 'block';const factorsList = selected.length ? ('Factors checked: ' + selected.join('; ')) : 'No risk factors checked.'; document.getElementById('factorsList').textContent = factorsList;// small summary text on button area let label = ''; if (percent <= 10) label = 'Low'; else if (percent <= 30) label = 'Moderate'; else if (percent <= 60) label = 'High'; else label = 'Very high'; document.getElementById('resultLabel').textContent = label + ' risk'; }function resetForm() { document.getElementById('strokeForm').reset(); document.getElementById('resultBox').style.display = 'none'; document.getElementById('scoreVal').textContent = '0'; document.getElementById('bar').style.width = '0%'; document.getElementById('resultLabel').textContent = ''; document.getElementById('factorsList').textContent = ''; document.getElementById('interpretation').textContent = ''; }

About Calculator:
This tool offers a simple way to estimate personal stroke risk among younger people. By selecting habits, conditions, or lifestyle factors, users can see how certain choices might raise or lower chances of a stroke. It’s designed for awareness only and encourages taking early steps toward healthier living and professional guidance when needed.

CHA₂DS₂‑VASc score is commonly used for adults with atrial fibrillation. Factors such as congestive heart failure or left ventricular dysfunction, high blood pressure, age over 75, diabetes, prior transient ischemic attack or clot, vascular disease, age 65 to 74, and female sex contribute points. Higher totals indicate greater chance of a clot-related event, guiding decisions about preventive medications.

ABCD² score is applied after a transient ischemic attack. Age above 60, elevated blood pressure, symptoms like weakness or speech difficulty, duration of symptoms, and diabetes all add to the total. Scores range from 0 to 7, with low, moderate, and high categories corresponding to likelihood of a repeat event over 2 or 7 days.

ATRIA score focuses on adults with atrial fibrillation, considering factors such as age, previous clot or TIA, kidney issues, and other conditions. Higher points reflect greater chance of future clot events, informing preventive strategies.

For general population use over a 10-year period, MyRisk_Stroke calculator incorporates age, sex, diabetes, congestive heart failure, peripheral artery disease, high blood pressure, smoking, alcohol use, activity level, and psychosocial factors. Scores indicate probability of clot-related events over long term, highlighting areas for lifestyle adjustments and preventive planning.

Framingham score provides a broader estimate of cardiovascular events, including clot-related incidents, for adults. Age, sex, cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking status are included. Resulting estimates reflect 10-year likelihood of cardiovascular events, offering context for lifestyle changes and potential preventive interventions.

These tools provide estimates rather than certainties. Individual variations, genetics, and unmeasured factors influence outcomes. High scores suggest elevated probability of clot-related incidents and indicate discussion with a medical professional about strategies such as blood pressure management, quitting smoking, physical activity, and possible medications.

Authoritative Sources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Risk Factors for Stroke

Overview of stroke risk factors (medical conditions, lifestyle, modifiable vs non-modifiable) applicable at any age, including young adults.

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) / National Institutes of Health (NIH) – Stroke: Causes and Risk Factors

Detailed medical factors and causes of stroke (both ischemic and hemorrhagic), including lifestyle & genetic risk factors.

Prevention – NINDS (NIH): “Prevention” page explaining modifiable vs non-modifiable risks.