Are you at risk for depression?

Everyone feels blue from time to time. But certain symptoms may signal depression. To find out if you may have depression, take the following assessment from the National Institute of Mental Health.

Check each box that refers to how you've been feeling for two weeks or longer, then click "Submit" to learn your results. Please note that this assessment should not be used to make your own diagnosis but rather as a tool to help identify your risks. Only your doctor can provide a diagnosis.

Persistent sad or "empty" mood

Loss of interest or pleasure in ordinary activities, including sex

Decreased energy or fatigue; a feeling of being "slowed down"

Sleep disturbances (insomnia, early-morning waking or sleep disturbances)

Eating disturbances (loss of weight and appetite or weight gain)

Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions

Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness

Irritability

Excessive crying

Chronic aches and pains that don’t respond to treatment