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Depression (extended)

In-Depth Depression Self-Test

A classic 21-item depression inventory by Aaron T. Beck. About 6 minutes.

21

Questions

~6

Minutes

Free

Always

What this measures

The BDI is one of the most studied self-report depression inventories. Each item asks you to pick the statement that best fits how you've been feeling. Item 9 asks about thoughts of self-harm - please answer honestly.

Before you start

  • · Find a quiet few minutes - answer honestly, not how you wish you felt.
  • · There are no right or wrong answers. Pick what feels closest.
  • · This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis.
  • · If anything brings up something heavy, support is at the end.

Beck AT, Ward CH, Mendelson M, Mock J, Erbaugh J. An inventory for measuring depression. Arch Gen Psychiatry. 1961;4:561-571.