The Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale (CES-D) is a widely used, validated screen for depressive symptoms in the general population.
It asks how often you have felt a range of ways during the past week. There are no right or wrong answers, only what is true for you.
For each of the 20 statements, choose the option that best describes how often you felt this way during the past week:
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Answer honestly for the most accurate results. These tools are for education and do not replace a professional diagnosis.