About depression

We all feel a little down from time to time. Whether we’re going through a difficult time with work, have fallen out with friends or are just physically run-down, most of us feel sad or a little depressed once in a while.

So how do we know if our feelings are a normal emotional reaction to stressful times, or whether we’re suffering from the symptoms of depression?

This depression test is for when you are worried you might be having symptoms of depression or are concerned that a friend or loved one might be depressed.

What does the 'Am I depressed?' test consist of?

This depression test consists of a series of 10 questions designed to help you see whether your symptoms are consistent with depression.

How accurate is the depression test?

The depression test will give you an idea as to whether you have any depressive symptoms. However, depression is a complex mental health problem, so you should not rely on this test to diagnose your condition. Always talk to your doctor about your symptoms.

Having a low mood and being unhappy is often mixed up with depression, but they are different.

Clinical depression has a range of symptoms – both physical and emotional – which can interfere with your day to day life. Discovering whether you have one or more of these symptoms could be an important step towards getting the help you need.