Depression Screening Test

Free clinically validated depression screening tool combining PHQ-9, GAD-7, and DASS-21 methodologies. Measures mood, anxiety, stress levels with personalized recommendations, crisis support, and a built-in wellness toolkit. 100% private, all processing in your browser.

Screen your mental health with validated clinical questionnaires and get actionable insights

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Mental Health Check-In
Take a moment to check in with yourself. This assessment uses clinically validated questionnaires to help you understand your emotional well-being. Choose the assessment that fits your needs.
Quick Screen
2 questions, 1 minute
PHQ-2 rapid screening for initial assessment
Recommended
Standard
9 questions, 3–5 minutes
PHQ-9 clinical depression screening — recommended
Comprehensive
28 questions, 8–10 minutes
PHQ-9 + GAD-7 anxiety + DASS-21 stress + lifestyle analysis
⚠ Important Information
This is a screening tool, not a clinical diagnosis. It uses validated questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7, DASS-21) but cannot replace a professional evaluation. Results should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please contact emergency services or a crisis helpline immediately.
All processing happens in your browser. No data is sent to any server.
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Resume Your Assessment
You have a saved assessment in progress. Would you like to continue where you left off?
About You
This information helps personalize your results. All fields are optional.
Low Risk
Your quick screening result suggests a low likelihood of depression. However, if you are concerned about your mental health, consider taking the full assessment for a more thorough evaluation.
If you checked off any problems, how difficult have these problems made it for you to do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people?
💜 You Are Not Alone
We noticed your response about thoughts of self-harm. These feelings are more common than you might think, and help is available right now.
Please consider reaching out:
🛡 Safety Planning
A safety plan can help you navigate difficult moments. Take a moment to think about:
Who can I call when I need support?
What activities help me feel better?
What are my reasons to keep going?
Where is a safe place I can go?
Lifestyle Factors
These factors help us provide more personalized insights.
Average hours of sleep per night7 hours
Analyzing your responses...
Your Results
📊 Symptom Breakdown
This is a screening tool, not a clinical diagnosis. It uses validated questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7, DASS-21) but cannot replace a professional evaluation. Results should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please contact emergency services or a crisis helpline immediately.
📋 Your Personalized Action Plan
🧰 Wellness Toolkit
Evidence-based exercises to support your mental well-being. Each technique is backed by clinical research.
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Breathing Exercise
Deep breathing activates your parasympathetic nervous system, reducing anxiety and stress.
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Thought Reframing
Challenge negative thoughts using this CBT technique. Reframing helps build a more balanced perspective.
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Gratitude Journal
Research shows that regularly noting things you are grateful for improves mood and well-being.
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Activity Planning
Behavioral activation helps break the cycle of withdrawal and low mood. Plan one pleasant activity for each day.
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Sleep Hygiene Checklist
Quality sleep is essential for mental health. Check off the habits you already practice and work on the rest.
🪻 Breathing Exercise
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💭 Thought Reframing
💛 Gratitude Journal
List 3 things you are grateful for today:
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📅 Activity Planning
Behavioral activation helps break the cycle of withdrawal and low mood. Plan one pleasant activity for each day.
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😴 Sleep Hygiene Checklist
Quality sleep is essential for mental health. Check off the habits you already practice and work on the rest.
Mood Tracker
Track your mood daily to identify patterns and measure progress over time.
How are you feeling right now?
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Mood Calendar
Mood Trend
Past Results
PHQ-9 Score Trend

Features

PHQ-9 Gold Standard Screening Adaptive Multi-Stage Assessment Built-In Wellness Toolkit Mood Tracking & PDF Reports
Who is this tool for?
🏥 Healthcare Professionals

How to Take the Depression Test

  1. Choose Your Assessment. Select Quick (2 questions), Standard (9 questions), or Comprehensive (28 questions) based on your available time and needs.
  2. Answer Honestly. Respond to each question based on how you have felt over the past 2 weeks. There are no right or wrong answers.
  3. Review Your Results. See your severity level, symptom breakdown, and personalized insights. Compare with previous assessments if available.
  4. Take Action. Follow your personalized action plan, try wellness toolkit exercises, and track your mood over time. Download a PDF report for your healthcare provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this depression test clinically accurate?

This tool uses the PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), which has 88% sensitivity and specificity at a cutoff score of 10. It is the most widely used depression screening tool in clinical settings worldwide, endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association and available in over 80 languages. However, it is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument.

Is my data private and secure?

Yes, absolutely. All processing happens entirely in your browser. No data is ever sent to a server. Your results are stored only in your browser's local storage, which you can clear at any time. We do not track, store, or share any personal or health information.

What should I do if I get a high score?

A high score indicates significant depressive symptoms that warrant professional attention. We recommend scheduling an appointment with a mental health professional (psychiatrist, psychologist, or counselor). If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm, please contact a crisis helpline immediately — the tool provides localized helpline numbers.

How often should I take this test?

For monitoring purposes, the PHQ-9 is typically administered every 2–4 weeks. Use the built-in mood tracker for daily check-ins between assessments. Regular screening helps you and your healthcare provider track progress over time.

What is the difference between the three assessment modes?

Quick mode (PHQ-2) takes 1 minute and provides a rapid screen. Standard mode (PHQ-9) takes 3–5 minutes and provides a full clinical depression screening. Comprehensive mode adds anxiety screening (GAD-7), stress assessment (DASS-21), and lifestyle factor analysis for a complete mental health picture.

Can I share my results with my doctor?

Yes! Download the PDF report and share it with your healthcare provider. The report includes your scores, severity levels, symptom breakdown, and the date of assessment — the same format clinicians use for PHQ-9 tracking.

💡 Want us to improve this tool just for you?

We can — and it's free! Just send us a quick message with your idea. If you'd like to discuss it in detail, leave your email and we'll get back to you. You can stay anonymous.

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