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Depression Screening

Feeling down or listless? This test helps you recognize signs of depression. A self-reflection tool, not a medical diagnosis.

⏱️ 50 seconds 📝 9 questions 🔒 100% anonymous
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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0/27

What does depression feel like from the inside?

Depression is usually not crying. More often it is emptiness: everything continues, but nothing reaches you. Getting up costs disproportionately much, you put off replying for days, and you blame yourself for feeling this way when nothing is even wrong. That self-blame is part of it. This test is a snapshot, not a diagnosis, but what you feel right now counts.

Should I see a GP or go straight to a psychologist?
Either works. A GP can rule out physical causes such as thyroid problems or anaemia, and can refer you on. Going straight to a psychologist is also fine and is often faster. If you feel acutely unsafe or have thoughts of self-harm, call 113 (Netherlands) or 1813 (Belgium) right away. That is not an overreaction, that is what they exist for.
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How does the scoring work?

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.

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.

What does our own test data say?

Over 40 people have taken this test on MentraNova. The average score was 68% of the maximum. The most common result was “Severe” (73% of participants).

Source: anonymised, aggregated MentraNova test data. Results are only shown from 30 participants and can never be traced to individuals.