Major Depressive Disorder Self-Test

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The following questions are to help you get an idea of whether or not you present the symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder (Depression) and Suicidal Ideology. There are 25 questions to answer. This test is, however, not meant to replace a professional evaluation and diagnosis. If you are taking this test, you probably already feel an amount of concern and should consult your physician.

    Yes/No

  1. Is it difficult to get out of bed in the morning?

    2. Yes     No


  2. Do you feel guilty without a rational reason, do you put yourself down or blame yourself for things that are out of your control?

    3. Yes     No


  3. Do you feel that things always go or will go wrong no matter how hard you try?

    4. Yes     No


  4. Do you feel that you lost interest in sex or experiencing sexual difficulties?

    5. Yes     No


  5. Have you had a weight loss or gain of over 5% of your body weight in the past 6 months?

    6. Yes     No


  6. Do you feel sad or worthless even when good things happen to you?

    7. Yes     No


  7. Have you had feelings of worthlessness, feel that you are inadequate, a failure, or that nobody likes you anymore?

    8. Yes     No


  8. Do you feel that others would be better off if you were dead?

    9. Yes     No


  9. Are you unable to concentrate, remember things, or make decisions?

    10. Yes     No


  10. Have you lost interest in aspects of life that used to be important to you?

    11. Yes     No


  11. Do you feel trapped or caught, like things will never get better?

    12. Yes     No


  12. Does it take great effort for you to do simple things, moreso than it used to?

    13. Yes     No


  13. Have you thought about, planned, or attempted suicide?

    14. Yes     No


  14. Are you preoccupied with death?

    15. Yes     No


  15. Do you feel sad, blue, unhappy or "down in the dumps"?

    16. Yes     No


  16. Have you experienced fatigue or loss of energy?

    17. Yes     No


  17. Do you feel all alone?

    18. Yes     No


  18. Have you had difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, or have you been sleeping too much?

    19. Yes     No


  19. Do you lack interest in or do not take pleasure in activities you used to enjoy?

    20. Yes     No


  20. Have you been feeling hopeless about the future?

    21. Yes     No


  21. Is it hard to get anything done?

    22. Yes     No


  22. Do you feel like crying for no reason or feel like if you start crying you won't be able to stop?

    23. Yes     No


  23. Do you feel like isolating, or do you avoid being around other people?

    24. Yes     No


  24. Do you feel agitated, uneasy, restless or irritable; is it difficult to sit still?

    25. Yes     No


  25. Do you feel fatigued?

    26. Yes     No