Depression Test — Am I Depressed? | Psych Central
This quiz can’t replace a clinical diagnosis. If you believe you might have depression or another condition after taking this test, consider reaching out to a qualified professional about your symptoms.
We all go through ups and downs during life. We have those moments of elation and those moments when we feel sad or down.
Feeling down from time to time is not unusual, but when those moments seem to hang on and just won’t let go, it might mean you have depression.
Depression is one of the most common widespread mental health conditions globally and one of the most misunderstood. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that depression affects approximately 280 million people worldwide.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 out of every 6 adults in the United States will experience depression.
The effects of depression are more than just feeling down. Some people describe depression as feeling numb or “living in a black hole.”
If you have depression, you may have:
- feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness
- a persistent feeling of loneliness or sadness
- difficulty concentrating
- a loss of interest in enjoyable activities
- a lack of energy
- trouble sleeping
- changes in your appetite
- restlessness or irritability
- thoughts of death or suicide
So, if I have all of these symptoms, does that mean I have depression?
No. Depression can look different from person to person, and the intensity of each symptom can also vary.
You don’t necessarily have to experience every one of these symptoms to be diagnosed with depression.
Also, there are different types of depression. The symptoms you’re experiencing can be different based on the type of depression you have.
No matter what type of depression you’re living with, there is hope. There are many ways to find support and help to manage your symptoms.
You can start by reaching out to people you trust or discussing your concerns with a healthcare professional.
A healthcare professional can help connect you with a mental health professional for further evaluation and treatment.
If you want to find out more about depression, you can check out Psych Central’s hub on depression.
Suicide prevention
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available right now. You can:
- Call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255
- Text “HOME” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741
If you’re not in the U.S., you can find a helpline in your country with Befrienders Worldwide.
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