Quiz: Are You Depressed?
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If you have felt sad or down most of the day, nearly every day for two weeks or more, if you have lost interest in activities that used to bring you pleasure, or if you don't feel like talking with your family and friends, you may be depressed.
If you're not sure if you are depressed or not, try the following quiz:
Choose the answers that best answer how you have felt over the past two weeks. Then, add up your score and read the results.
1. Are you basically satisfied with your life?
Score 0 points for yes, 1 point for no.
2. Have you dropped many of your activities and interests?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
3. Do you feel that your life is empty?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
4. Do you often get bored?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
5. Are you in good spirits most of the time?
Score 0 points for yes, 1 point for no.
6. Are you afraid that something bad is going to happen to you?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
7. Do you feel happy most of the time?
Score 0 points for yes, 1 point for no.
8. Do you often feel helpless?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
9. Do you prefer to stay at home, rather than going out and doing new things?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
10. Do you feel you have more problems with memory than most?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
11. Do you think it is wonderful to be alive now?
Score 0 points for yes, 1 point for no.
12. Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
13. Do you feel full of energy?
Score 0 points for yes, 1 point for no.
14. Do you feel that your situation is hopeless?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
15. Do you think that most people are better off than you are?
Score 1 point for yes, 0 points for no.
Scoring: Add up all your circled answers.
If you scored between 5-10 points, you may be experiencing a bout of depression. But, take heart, There are ways to turn your depression around! Get in touch with a provider for a more information.
If you scored more than 10 points, you are most likely suffering from depression. Taking steps now can help you to feel better soon. Call your doctor or make an appointment with a provider to get help.
