Understand how you're really feeling.
A confidential, clinically-informed depression screening — designed by therapists to help you make sense of your mood and decide your next step.
How it works
From "I'm not sure" to clarity in three simple steps
Step 01
Take the assessment
Answer short questions about how you’ve been feeling. Takes just 3 minutes.
Step 02
Get instant results
See your personalized score with a clear explanation of what it means for you.
Step 03
Connect with a therapist
If needed, we’ll hand-match you with a licensed therapist within 24 hours.
Self Test
3-Minute Free Depression Assessment
Answer a few short questions. We’ll show you results immediately — completely private.
Who it's for
Who Can Benefit From This Depression Assessment?
The Depression Assessment can benefit anyone experiencing difficulties with mood, feelings of sadness or hopelessness, or who suspects they may have depression — a common condition marked by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and changes in appetite or sleep.
It’s especially useful for individuals with persistent low mood, lack of motivation, trouble concentrating, or changes in appetite and sleep. The assessment helps you understand your symptoms and decide whether to seek professional support.
Reliable & Validated
Depression Assessment Accuracy
The accuracy of a Depression Assessment depends on factors including the honesty of responses and current mental state. It’s important to note that this tool isn’t a substitute for a formal diagnosis by a licensed mental health professional — it’s best used as a screening tool to identify potential symptoms and risk factors.
Many depression assessments have been designed and validated by mental health professionals to ensure reliability. They typically use standardized questions and scoring procedures to provide an objective measure — but should not be used in isolation to diagnose or treat depression.
The Tools Clinicians Use
Types of Depression Assessment
Several validated assessments exist — each designed for different populations and purposes.
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
A 21-item self-report questionnaire that assesses the severity of depressive symptoms. Widely used in research and clinical settings.
Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
A 30-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess depressive symptoms in older adults.
Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale (CES-D)
A 20-item self-report scale designed to measure depressive symptoms in the general population.
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
A 10-item screening tool used to identify women experiencing postnatal depression after giving birth.
Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression (HAM-D)
A 21-item clinician-administered questionnaire that assesses the severity of depressive symptoms.
Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
A 9-item self-report questionnaire — the most commonly used screening tool in primary care for measuring depression severity.
GLOBAL DATA
Depression Statistics in the World
Sourced from WHO, Our World in Data, & other global health reports.
People worldwide live with depression.
People globally affected at any time
Of the global population has depression
Do not receive treatment in many countries
Recovery is possible
Treating Depression
Depression can be treated effectively with a combination of psychotherapy, medication, and self-care strategies. Here are some examples of treatment options:
