Depression Test: Self-Assessment of Symptoms (Anxiety & Mood)
Passing sadness or depression?
Feeling down is normal and transient. We talk about clinically significant depressive symptoms when low mood and/or loss of pleasure persist nearly every day for at least two weeks, with an impact on daily life (sleep, energy, concentration, relationships). This test helps gauge the intensity of these symptoms.
In the article that follows, I explore low mood and loss of drive. If you recognise yourself in this theme, I designed a depression test that helps you take stock of your mood and morale. It comes with a guide to extend your reflection beyond the results.
The 4 dimensions assessed
Depressive mood: sadness, discouragement, hopelessness. Anhedonia: loss of interest and pleasure. Cognitive symptoms: self-devaluation, guilt, difficulty concentrating and deciding. Somatic symptoms: sleep and appetite disturbances, fatigue, slowing down.
Take the test: Depression (Self-Assessment) → — This screening gauges the intensity of these four dimensions over the past two weeks. It is a self-awareness tool, not a diagnosis. If you are going through a difficult time, findahelpline.com lists free, confidential support lines in your country.Important: this test does not diagnose
No online questionnaire makes a diagnosis. A high score is not a sentence, and a low score rules nothing out. The goal is to help you put words to what you feel and decide whether to seek help. If you have suicidal thoughts, contact your local emergency services or a crisis line immediately (US: call or text 988; UK: Samaritans 116 123) — you are not alone.
AND YOU?Where do you stand? Take the test: Depression Test (Self-Assessment)
60 questions · 15 min · PDF report €4.99
Take the test →Screening, not a diagnosis: this helps you take stock — it does not replace a professional opinion.
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The test (60 questions, ~15 min) gauges the intensity of your symptoms and points you toward the right resources. The detailed report is available for €4.99. It does not replace a consultation: if in doubt, talk to a doctor or psychologist.
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In short: This screening test assesses the intensity of depressive symptoms over the past two weeks across 4 families: mood (sadness, discouragement), anhedonia (loss of interest and pleasure), cognitive symptoms (self-devaluation, guilt, concentration), and somatic symptoms (sleep, appetite, energy). It is inspired by reference clinical criteria (PHQ-9 type). It is a SCREENING tool, NOT a diagnosis: only a healthcare professional can diagnose depression. If you are experiencing significant distress or suicidal thoughts, contact your local emergency services immediately — in the US, call or text 988; in the UK, call Samaritans on 116 123; elsewhere, reach out to your local crisis line. You are not alone.
About the author
Gildas Garrec · CBT Psychopractitioner
Certified practitioner in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), author of 16 books on applied psychology and relationships. Over 1000 clinical articles published across Psychologie et Serenite.
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