Depression screening
Nine questions covering common depressive symptoms experienced over the last two weeks.
Take the PHQ-9Mental Health Self-Test
A short self-test to help you understand what area may be affecting you.
Answer a few questions and receive gentle guidance on which mental health area may be most relevant. This self-test is not a diagnosis and does not replace assessment by a qualified mental health professional.
Before you begin
This is guidance, not a diagnosis.
The self-test is designed to help you reflect on your current symptoms and identify possible areas that may be worth discussing with a professional. It cannot confirm a diagnosis, rule out a condition, or replace a full clinical assessment.
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Choose the answer that best reflects how you have felt recently.
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Your result is only a guide and should be interpreted carefully.
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If symptoms are affecting your daily life, professional support may be helpful.
Validated screening questionnaires
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Anxiety screening
Seven questions covering common anxiety symptoms experienced over the last two weeks.
Take the GAD-7Start the Self-Test
Answer the questions below.
For each question, select how much it applies to you recently. At the end, your result will suggest which area may be most relevant.
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Consider discussing this with a qualified professional.
Important:
This result is not a diagnosis. Some symptoms overlap across different mental health conditions.
A proper assessment is needed to understand what may be happening and what support may be suitable.
Areas covered
The self-test looks at common areas of difficulty.
Many symptoms overlap, so the result should be treated as a starting point for reflection rather than a clinical conclusion.
Anxiety-related concerns
Worry, panic, tension, avoidance, racing thoughts or feeling constantly on edge.
Low mood / depression-related concerns
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, low motivation, hopelessness or changes in sleep and appetite.
Stress / burnout-related concerns
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, under pressure or unable to switch off.
ADHD-related concerns
Difficulties with attention, impulsivity, organisation, restlessness or task completion.
Sleep-related concerns
Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking early or feeling unrefreshed.
Mood instability-related concerns
Noticeable changes in mood, energy, irritability, impulsivity or periods of unusually high activity.
Trauma-related concerns
Flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, feeling unsafe, being easily startled or reliving distressing events.
Emergency notice:
This self-test is not a crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
For urgent mental health support in the UK, contact NHS 111 or your local crisis team.