Please consider reaching out to a mental health professional for personalized advice.
The PHQ-9 Assessment is a widely used tool for screening, diagnosing, monitoring, and measuring the severity of depression. It is a short questionnaire consisting of 9 questions, each corresponding to the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders.
Assesses the presence and severity of depressive symptoms such as lack of interest, hopelessness, and fatigue.
The PHQ-9 Assessment provides a total score based on the responses to the 9 questions. This score helps in understanding the severity of depression:
| Score Range | Severity |
|---|---|
| 0-4 | Minimal |
| 5-9 | Mild |
| 10-14 | Moderate |
| 15-19 | Moderately Severe |
| 20-27 | Severe |
The total PHQ-9 score is calculated by summing the responses to all 9 questions. Each question is scored from 0 to 3, resulting in a total score range of 0 to 27.
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| 0 | Not at all |
| 1 | Several days |
| 2 | More than half the days |
| 3 | Nearly every day |
The total PHQ-9 score indicates the severity of depression:
Depending on your score, consider the following recommendations:
| Severity | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Minimal | Maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and sufficient sleep. |
| Mild | Consider incorporating stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, or yoga. |
| Moderate | Consult a counselor or therapist for strategies to manage these feelings. |
| Moderately Severe | Seek professional help from a mental health specialist for personalized treatment options. |
| Severe | Immediate consultation with a mental health professional is strongly recommended. |