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Do you know you could be suffering from depression but do not know it. Depression makes it tough to function and enjoy life like you once did. Just getting through the day can be overwhelming. But no matter how hopeless you feel, you can get better. Understanding the signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment of depression is the first step to overcoming the problem.

Take this quiz from About Health and assess your depression level. A score under 20 is the least likely to point to a depression, 21-35 means depression is likely, over 36 means depression is very likely. This test is not designed to make a diagnosis of depression or take the place of a professional diagnosis, but may give you some insights.

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The Depression Quiz

Over the past two weeks, I have felt low in energy, and not very interested in my daily activities.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have been blaming myself for things.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have a reduced ability to enjoy myself.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have had a change – increase or decrease — in my sleeping habits or appetite.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have been feeling hopeless about the future.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have had difficulty in concentrating; indecisiveness; and slowed or fuzzy thinking.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have been feeling particularly sad, hopeless, or anxious.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have been feeling worthless.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have been feeling like there is little pleasure in my life.

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

Over the past two weeks, I have had thoughts about death or suicide. (PLEASE NOTE: If you are feeling suicidal, PLEASE contact your physician, a mental health professional, or contact a Crisis Center or hotline in your area

5 Very Frequently

4 Frequently

3 Sometimes

2 A Few Times

1 Rarely

If you suspect that you are depressed, please consult with your doctor or a mental health professional as soon as possible, for more help and support.

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