Important: This test is not a medical diagnosis. If you have serious concerns or thoughts of self-harm, contact a healthcare provider immediately or call a crisis line (113 in the Netherlands, 1813 in Belgium, 3114 in France, 0800 1110111 in Germany, 116 123 in the UK and Ireland). You can also find a therapist or psychologist through MentraNova.
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Over the past 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by this?
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Based on your score, we recommend speaking with a professional. Contact your doctor or a crisis line (1813 in Belgium, 113 in the Netherlands, 988 in the US). You can also find a therapist or psychologist through MentraNova.
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The test has 9 questions about the past two weeks, based on the PHQ-9, an internationally used screening questionnaire for depressive symptoms. For each question you indicate how often something bothered you, from 0 (not at all) to 3 (nearly every day). Your total score ranges from 0 to 27.
0 to 4 points: minimal symptoms. There is little to no indication of depression.
5 to 9 points: mild symptoms. It can help to talk to someone and keep an eye on how you feel.
10 to 14 points: moderate symptoms. Consider talking to your GP or a psychologist.
15 to 27 points: severe symptoms. Seek professional help, you do not have to carry this alone.
This test is a first indication, not a medical diagnosis. Only a doctor or psychologist can diagnose depression.
Frequently asked questions
Is this depression test an official diagnosis?
No. The test is a screening that maps your symptoms, based on the PHQ-9 approach. Only a doctor or psychologist can diagnose depression. Treat your score as a starting point for a conversation, not a verdict.
How many questions does the test have and how long does it take?
The test has 9 questions and takes about 2 minutes. You answer each question on a scale from 0 to 3, about how you felt over the past two weeks.
What does my score mean?
A score of 0 to 4 indicates minimal symptoms, 5 to 9 mild symptoms, 10 to 14 moderate symptoms and 15 or higher severe symptoms. The higher the score, the stronger the signal to consider professional help.
What should I do if my score is high?
Talk to your GP or a psychologist. Through MentraNova you get matched with a psychologist or coach who fits your situation, for free and without a waiting list. In acute distress, call your local emergency number, or in the UK Samaritans on 116 123.
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