Depression Symptoms Check
Reflect on how you've been feeling recently and whether your experiences are consistent with common symptoms of depression.
Validated assessment. Uses the CES-D Depression Scale.
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:
In crisis? If you are having thoughts of self-harm, call 199 (free) or go to your nearest emergency room. Support is confidential, every day.
Answer honestly for the most accurate results. These tools are for education and do not replace a professional diagnosis.