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PHQ-9 · 2-minute screening

Free Online Depression Test (PHQ-9)

This free depression test uses the PHQ-9 — a 9-question screening tool clinicians rely on to measure the severity of depression symptoms. It takes about two minutes, is completely confidential, and gives you instant results.

A screening test is not a diagnosis, but it can help you understand what you are experiencing and whether to seek care. Heartland Psychiatry & Wellness provides expert depression treatment by secure video anywhere in Texas.

This screening runs entirely in your browser. Your answers are private — they are not saved, sent, or shared.

Depression Test

Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by any of the following problems?

  1. 1. Little interest or pleasure in doing things

  2. 2. Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless

  3. 3. Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much

  4. 4. Feeling tired or having little energy

  5. 5. Poor appetite or overeating

  6. 6. Feeling bad about yourself — or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down

  7. 7. Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading or watching television

  8. 8. Moving or speaking so slowly that others could have noticed — or being so fidgety and restless that you have been moving around a lot more than usual

  9. 9. Thoughts that you would be better off dead, or of hurting yourself in some way

0 of 9 answered

Answer every question to see your score.

Depression Test — Frequently Asked Questions

Is this depression test accurate?

The PHQ-9 is one of the most widely validated depression screening tools in clinical use. It reliably measures symptom severity, but it cannot replace a diagnosis from a licensed provider after a complete evaluation.

I had thoughts of self-harm. What should I do?

If you are having thoughts of hurting yourself, you are not alone and help is available now. Call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) any time, day or night. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Is my information private?

Yes. This test runs entirely in your browser — your answers are not stored, sent, or shared. Nothing is saved when you leave the page.

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Ready to talk to someone?

A screening is only a first step. Heartland Psychiatry & Wellness offers confidential telehealth evaluations with board-certified providers anywhere in Texas.

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