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Depression Self-Reflection

An educational nine-item self-reflection inspired by widely used depression screening formats.

Written by: Ira ZootMedical review status: Not yet clinically reviewed.Last updated: June 4, 2026Evidence: Educational tool

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Over the last two weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following?

Educational purposes only. This is not a diagnosis. Results are not a substitute for evaluation by a licensed clinician. Inspired by the PHQ-9 format for educational reference.
  1. 01Little interest or pleasure in doing things.
  2. 02Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless.
  3. 03Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much.
  4. 04Feeling tired or having little energy.
  5. 05Poor appetite or overeating.
  6. 06Feeling bad about yourself, or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down.
  7. 07Trouble concentrating on things, such as reading or watching.
  8. 08Moving or speaking noticeably slowly - or being so restless that you have been moving around a lot more than usual.
  9. 09Thoughts that you would be better off dead, or of hurting yourself in some way.
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Ira Zoot

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