Depression quiz

Depression Quiz

The following is a simple test that will let you know if you suffer from depression. It only takes a few minutes and all you have to do is circle the number that best applies to you.

During the past week...	Rarely (less than one day)	Some of the time (1 - 2 days)	Occasionally (3 - 4 days)	Most of the time (5 - 7 days)
1. I was bothered by things that don't usually bother me.
2. I did not feel like eating.
3. I felt that I could not shake off the blues.
4. I felt that I was just as good as other people.
5. I had trouble keeping my mind on what I was doing.
6. I felt depressed.
7. I felt everything I did was an effort.
8. I felt hopeful about the future.
9. I thought my life bad been a failure.
10. I felt fearful.
11. My sleep was restless.
12. I was happy.
13. I talked less than usual.
14. I felt lonely.
15. People were unfriendly.
16. I enjoyed life.
17. I had crying spells.
18. I felt sad.
19. I felt that people dislike me.
20. I could not get "going".

Your score:

How did your score come out? If you scored 22 or higher, there is a good chance that you are suffering from true depression. If this is the case, you should talk with your doctor.