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Depression Self-Check

This quiz will give you valuable insights into your emotional well-being. Recognize patterns in your mood and behavior, and understand how your feelings impact your daily life. Identify areas where you may need additional support or intervention. This quiz helps you take the first step towards a better understanding of your mental health and highlights ways to improve your emotional well-being.

15 questions~4 min

Everyone feels down sometimes, but depression is more than a bad week. It is a persistent low mood or loss of interest that lingers for weeks and touches your energy, sleep, appetite, focus, and sense of hope. If you have been quietly asking am I depressed?, taking a moment to reflect is a caring thing to do.

This free depression test walks through 15 gentle questions about how you have been feeling lately, from mood and motivation to sleep and self-worth, and gives you a judgment-free read on where you stand.

Common signs of depression

  • Persistent sadness, emptiness, or low mood
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
  • Changes in sleep or appetite
  • Low energy and constant fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
  • Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness

What this depression test can and cannot do

This quiz is for self-reflection and education only. It cannot diagnose depression; a qualified professional does that through a full assessment. If your result suggests you are struggling, please treat it as a gentle nudge to reach out for support.

When to seek help

If low mood has lasted more than two weeks, or it is affecting your work, relationships, or daily life, talking to a doctor or therapist can genuinely help. If you ever have thoughts of harming yourself, please contact a local crisis line or emergency services right away. You deserve support now.

You may also find our anxiety test or burnout quiz helpful, or browse all mental health quizzes.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the main symptoms of depression?

Core symptoms include a persistent low mood and loss of interest or pleasure, along with changes in sleep or appetite, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness. Symptoms last most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks.

Am I depressed or just sad?

Sadness is a normal, usually temporary response to life. Depression is more persistent, lasting two weeks or more, and it affects your functioning, energy, and enjoyment across many areas of life. If low mood lingers and dims everything, it is worth taking seriously.

Can an online quiz diagnose depression?

No. This quiz can only reflect how many depression-related signs you notice. A diagnosis comes from a qualified professional who reviews your history and rules out other causes. Use your result as a prompt to reach out, not as a label.

What is the difference between depression and burnout?

Burnout is usually tied to chronic stress in a specific area, most often work, and often eases with rest and change. Depression is more pervasive, affecting mood and enjoyment across all of life. They can overlap, so if you are unsure, a professional can help you tell them apart.

How is depression diagnosed?

A doctor or mental health professional assesses your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and their impact, often using criteria such as the DSM-5, while ruling out medical causes like thyroid problems. There is no single blood test for depression.

Can depression go away on its own?

Mild low moods can lift with time, rest, and support, but depression that persists usually improves faster and more reliably with help, such as therapy, lifestyle changes, and sometimes medication. You do not have to wait it out alone.

Where can I get help for depression?

A good first step is your doctor or a therapist, who can guide you to the right support. If you are in immediate distress or having thoughts of self-harm, contact a local crisis line or emergency services right away. Help is available and recovery is possible.

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Written by the TeddyCare team · Last updated August 26, 2026

This quiz is for self-reflection and education only. It is not a medical or psychological diagnosis. If you are struggling, please reach out to a qualified professional.

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