PHQ-9 Screening
Depression test
Clinically validated 9 questions ~2 min
This is the PHQ-9 — the same nine-question screening your doctor would hand you on a clipboard. It asks how often certain experiences have come up over the last two weeks. There are no right answers, only accurate ones.
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Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by:
PHQ-9 Your result
Your PHQ-9 score
0 / 27
What this means
Sensible next steps
If you're in crisis right now
Call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential, and open 24/7. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org.
This screening is an aid to understanding, not a medical diagnosis. Share the result with a qualified clinician — bring it to your next appointment.
Read what the numbers mean in the PHQ-9 scoring guide. Curious how reliable it is? See how accurate the PHQ-9 is.