This simple short questionnaire can help you better understand the depression symptoms that are affecting your life. After answering all the questions, you can print your answers to share with your doctor.

Over the last two weeks, how often have you been bothered by any of the following problems. Mark the place on the scale that applies to your response.

  1. Little interest or pleasure in doing things.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  2. Feeling down, depressed or hopeless.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  3. Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  4. Feeling tired or having little energy.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  5. Poor appetite or overeating.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  6. Feeling bad about yourself – or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  7. Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading the newspaper or watching television.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  8. Moving or speaking so slowly that other people could have noticed. Or the opposite – being so fidgety or restless that you have been moving around a lot more than usual.
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day
  9. Thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself in some way.*
    Not at All Several Days More than Half the Days Nearly Every Day

    * If you or someone you know experiences suicidal thoughts, talk to someone who can help. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) – National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

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Developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke and colleagues, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. No permission required to reproduce, translate, display or distribute.

"My Depression Score" Disclaimer

This evaluation tool is not intended to provide medical advice or diagnosis. It is intended for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should never ignore or not seek professional medical advice because of something you read on the deplin.com website. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide you should contact a mental health professional immediately or call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)