Mental Health Self-Check (PHQ-9 Style)
Answer 9 questions about your mood, sleep, and energy over the past two weeks.
Get a score with general guidance.
This is not a diagnostic tool.
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Your Score
This self-check is inspired by the PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), a widely used screening tool. Each question asks how often you have been bothered by a problem over the last 2 weeks.
Scoring:
- Each answer scores 0–3 points
- 0 = Not at all
- 1 = Several days
- 2 = More than half the days
- 3 = Nearly every day
| Total Score | Severity |
|---|---|
| 0–4 | Minimal |
| 5–9 | Mild |
| 10–14 | Moderate |
| 15–19 | Moderately Severe |
| 20–27 | Severe |
Important disclaimer: This tool is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a diagnosis. Only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose mental health conditions. If you are in crisis, please contact a crisis helpline or emergency services immediately.
Resources:
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (US)
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741