Depression test (PHQ-9)

Nine questions from the PHQ-9, the depression questionnaire doctors use most. You get a score, what it means in plain words, and what to do next. It is a screening, not a diagnosis.

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What these tools are

Screening questionnaires used in doctors' offices worldwide. They show how much symptoms have bothered you recently — a useful starting point for a conversation with a professional.

What they are not

A diagnosis. Only a qualified professional can diagnose depression or anxiety, and they'll consider your full health picture — including medical causes and medicines.

Common questions

What is the PHQ-9?

The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 is a nine-question depression screening used in doctors' offices worldwide. It asks how often problems have bothered you over the last two weeks.

What do PHQ-9 scores mean?

Scores run from 0 to 27. Commonly used ranges are 0–4 minimal, 5–9 mild, 10–14 moderate, 15–19 moderately severe and 20–27 severe. A score of 10 or more is a good reason to talk with a doctor.

Is an online depression test a diagnosis?

No. It shows how much symptoms have bothered you. Only a qualified professional can diagnose depression, after looking at your whole health picture.