Validated Screening — PHQ-9

How have you been feeling lately?

The PHQ-9 is a clinically validated tool used worldwide to understand depression symptoms. It takes about 2 minutes, and everything stays on your device.

~2 minutes Private & confidential 9 questions Clinically validated

This tool is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please call or text 988 or text HOME to 741741 immediately.

Your Progress Question 1 of 9

How are you really doing?

Depression is one of the most common human experiences — and one of the most misunderstood. The PHQ-9 is a clinically validated, 9-question screening tool developed to help you recognize and understand the symptoms you’ve been experiencing over the past two weeks.

This isn’t about labeling you. It’s about giving you a clearer picture so you can make sense of what you’re going through — and know what kind of support might help.

TimeAbout 2 minutes to complete
PrivacyNothing is stored or shared
ValidatedUsed by clinicians worldwide
FreeAlways free, always here for you
Please note: This screening tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a medical diagnosis. It is not a substitute for professional evaluation. If you are in crisis or feeling unsafe, please call or text 988 immediately.
1
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Little interest or pleasure in doing things
Please select an answer to continue.
2
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless
Please select an answer to continue.
3
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much
Please select an answer to continue.
4
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Feeling tired or having little energy
Please select an answer to continue.
5
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Poor appetite or overeating
Please select an answer to continue.
6
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Feeling bad about yourself — or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down
Please select an answer to continue.
7
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading the newspaper or watching television
Please select an answer to continue.
8
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
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
Please select an answer to continue.
9
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
Thoughts that you would be better off dead, or of hurting yourself in some way
Please select an answer to continue.
One Final Question
If you checked off any problems above, how difficult have these problems made it for you to do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people?
This question helps understand how these feelings may be affecting your daily life. It is not included in your score.
Please select an answer to continue.
Your PHQ-9 Result
0
out of 27
Minimal Depression

0 Minimal Mild Moderate Mod. Severe Severe 27

What this means

Remember

This screening is not a diagnosis. It’s a starting point for understanding how you’re feeling. Only a qualified mental health professional can diagnose depression. You are not alone in this — and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Suggested Next Steps

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    This tool is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or your mental health. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 immediately.