We all have good and bad days. To assess whether you or a loved-one may be struggling with depression, print out the following questions and answer truthfully.
The test is yours to determine your next course of action.
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___ ___ Have you felt discouraged about your future?
___ ___ Have you experienced a general lack of energy?
___ ___ Do you put off or have difficulty completing projects?
___ ___ Are you having problems academically or with your job?
___ ___ Do you sometimes feel very excited or hyper?
___ ___ Have you felt dissatisfied with your life?
___ ___ Do you find it hard to laugh?
___ ___ Has your appetite lessened?
___ ___ Are you now or have you recently experienced a stressful relationship?
___ ___ Do you generally keep your emotions bottled up inside?
___ ___ Do you isolate yourself from close friends?
___ ___ Do you experience restless nights or difficulty sleeping?
___ ___ Has there been a recent major health emergency or death in your family?
___ ___ Do you sometimes think of yourself as a failure?
___ ___ Do you have difficulty getting out of bed in the morning?
___ ___ Are you now or have you recently experienced a relationship ending badly?
___ ___ Do you ever feel completely worthless?
___ ___ Do you isolate yourself from members of your family?
___ ___ Do you engage in frequent self-criticism or self-blame?
___ ___ Do you feel there is a dark cloud constantly over you?
A score of 6 to 10 indicates a mild depression problem. More than 10 indicates a substantial depression problem requiring a professional consultation. While this test is not a diagnosis, it may suggest seeking the advice of a health professional.
This report is not a diagnosis. We hope the information can guide you toward improving you life.
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