Am I Experiencing Depression?
A symptom checklist to help clients reflect on signs of depression and consider whether a professional assessment may be helpful.
Am I Experiencing Depression?
Everyone feels ‘down’ from time to time, but depression is much more than that. When you are depressed, your low mood can last for weeks at a time. Mild depression can have a significant impact on your life, while severe depression can make you feel suicidal and unable to function normally.
A diagnosis of depression should only be made by a mental health professional or a doctor. The Am I Experiencing Depression? tool explores signs of depression. Answering the following questions can give you an idea of whether it might be helpful to arrange a professional assessment.
Overview
Depression is a common mental health condition characterized by prolonged low mood, reduced interest in activities, and diminished energy. The experience of depression can significantly impair functioning and impact quality of life. This symptom checklist offers clinicians and clients a practical way to explore whether an individual’s experiences may align with features of depression, as described in DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria. It is not intended to provide a diagnosis or assess severity, but it can support early discussions about whether further evaluation is warranted.
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