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The low mood that lasts
64 questions·10 min·5 dimensions·up to 18 clinical frameworks·5 report sections
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This test looks at dysthymia, a low mood state that lasts. It describes the background tone of mood, how long it has been settled, what it changes at work and in relationships, and the possible presence of more intense episodes laid on top. Duration counts as much as intensity here: that is what separates this state from a full depressive episode.
What you receive — a report written from your answers: what stands out, what sustains it, and where to start. This week, this month, later on.
How it is built — each axis is analyzed on its own, then cross-read with the others, through clinical reading frameworks. Your detailed answers are attached as an appendix. See an example report
The test runs over 64 questions and takes about 10 min, for a price of $3.60.
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The low mood that lasts — a 64-question self-assessment, about 10 min. This test looks at dysthymia, a low mood state that lasts: the background tone, how long it has been settled, its impact, and more intense episodes. Once finished, you receive a detailed PDF report ($3.60): your score on each of its 5 dimensions, a radar chart, up to 18 clinical reading frameworks and a personalized action plan. It is designed to help you know yourself better.
This test covers mood, pleasure, hope, time, identity, what others think, work, plans, avoidance, the relationship and readiness to change. What the test asks, for example Mood If you often feel discouraged without any specific reason. If you feel in good spirits most of the time. Pleasure If even pleasant news does not really lift your usual emotional tone. If you feel joy in your daily life. Hope If you sometimes wonder whether you still know what a genuinely good mood feels like. If your life feels colorful and alive to you. Time If the people close to you know that this state has lasted a long time. If the improvements you experience settle in and last. Identity If you often describe your state as 'I've just always been like this.' If you can recall a long recent period during which you truly felt well. What others think If people close to you have noticed that this state is not new. If you often have to pretend you are fine in order to meet your responsibilities. Work If this state requires more effort from you than others to accomplish ordinary tasks. If the quality of your work stays consistent. Plans If important projects have been postponed or abandoned because of this state. If you perceive a gap between what you could accomplish and what this state allows you to do. Avoidance If you regularly give up opportunities or activities because of your state. If you complete your tasks within your usual timeframes. The relationship If your relationships suffer from your habitual emotional state. If your chronic emotional state affects your relationship or close relationships. Readiness to change If you are ready to make concrete efforts to feel better. If you believe you are capable of making progress in this area.
About this test
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Dimensions assessed
- ●Chronic Low Mood- Persistent baseline emotional tone: sadness, melancholy, or gray coloring present most of the time.
- ●Symptom Persistence- Duration of symptom installation over time, absence of long remissions, feeling that this state has become a normal baseline.
- ●Functional Impact- Effects of this state on work, relationships, projects, and daily quality of life.
- ●High-Intensity Symptoms- Presence of high-intensity depressive episodes (beyond the usual chronic baseline) that may suggest a superimposed major depressive episode.
- ●Readiness to Change- Measures your current readiness to acknowledge the impact of these persistent symptoms on your life and to begin a process of change.
Reference frameworks and authors
- This test is based on DSM-5 criteria for persistent depressive disorder (formerly dysthymia). It is not a psychometrically validated instrument and does not constitute a clinical diagnosis. The terms 'compatible with' or 'suggestive of' describe an orientation, not a certainty. DSM-5 — Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia): Diagnostic Criteria (American Psychiatric Association, 2013)
Why take this test?
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Chronic anxiety and stress affect quality of life, sleep, relationships, and productivity. Accurately assessing your anxiety level helps distinguish normal stress from an anxiety disorder requiring care, and helps implement appropriate strategies.
The The low mood that lasts specifically evaluates 5 key dimensions: Chronic Low Mood, Symptom Persistence, Functional Impact, High-Intensity Symptoms, Readiness to Change. With 64 carefully crafted questions, it provides a detailed and nuanced picture of your psychological profile in this area. The test takes approximately 10 min and can be completed at your own pace, from any device.
Whether you’re seeking personal development, considering therapy, or simply curious about yourself, this test gives you concrete and actionable results to move forward with confidence.
Daily-life situations this test explores
To help you picture what to expect before you start, here are the concrete contexts the The low mood that lasts sheds light on. This is not the list of questions (you discover them when you start the test) — it is the life situations it assesses.
Before an important meeting
Your thoughts in the hours before: negative scenarios, rumination, body symptoms, urge to control everything.
In the evening, at bedtime
Difficulty turning off your mind, anticipating tomorrow, fragmented sleep, night awakenings with invasive thoughts.
In transport or crowds
Body tension, urge to flee, suffocating feeling, heightened scanning of the environment, fear of losing control.
At any body signal
Heightened sensitivity to palpitations, a headache, a passing pain: fear of a hidden illness, repeated checks.
How does it work?
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Take the test
Answer the 64 questions honestly. There are no right or wrong answers — just choose the option that best describes you. The test takes about 10 min.
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Proceed to payment
Once you finish the test, pay $3.60 securely to unlock your full report. No registration required.
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Download your detailed PDF report
For a comprehensive analysis, get your PDF report (5 dimensions analyzed, radar chart, personalized recommendations, action plan). Instant download after secure payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the The low mood that lasts measure?
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This test evaluates 5 psychological dimensions: Chronic Low Mood, Symptom Persistence, Functional Impact, High-Intensity Symptoms, Readiness to Change. Each dimension is scored individually, giving you a detailed view of your profile rather than a single overall number.
How long does the The low mood that lasts take?
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The test contains 64 questions and takes approximately 10 min to complete. You can answer at your own pace — your progress is automatically saved in your browser.
How does this test work?
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The test is anonymous and requires no registration. After completing it, you immediately see a preview of your results. The detailed PDF report, with in-depth analysis, charts and personalized recommendations, is available for $3.60.
Is this test scientifically validated?
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This test is based on established models in clinical psychology and psychometrics. It evaluates 5 dimensions (Chronic Low Mood, Symptom Persistence, Functional Impact...) using validated assessment scales.
What does the PDF report contain?
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Your The low mood that lasts report includes: your overall score with detailed interpretation, individual analysis of each of the 5 dimensions, a radar chart visualizing your profile, personalized recommendations for improvement, practical exercises, and additional resources.
Is my data kept confidential?
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No account creation, no email required — no sign-up needed at all. Your answers are sent to our servers while you take the test. All data is automatically deleted after 30 days — see our Privacy page for full detail.
Who is the The low mood that lasts for?
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This test is designed for any adult wishing to better understand their functioning in this area, whether out of curiosity, as part of a self-knowledge journey or to prepare a conversation with a professional.
Can I retake the test later?
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Yes, you can retake the The low mood that lasts as many times as you wish. Some people take it again after several months to observe how their profile evolves. Each new attempt generates its own report — previous answers are not reused.
What should I do with my results?
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Your report offers a clinical reading of your profile with concrete recommendations. You can use it as material for personal reflection, to open a conversation with someone close to you, or take it to a professional (psychologist, therapist, doctor) to enrich the consultation with a structured view of your dimensions.
Can people close to me also take it?
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Yes. Each person gets their own anonymous, unique report, based on THEIR answers. Comparing profiles within a family or couple can be useful — provided each person takes the test honestly and on their own, without influencing one another during the answers.
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