Do You Really Know About Depression?
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This is a short depression screening test. It is not a diagnosis, but a high score could indicate depression. If you think you are depressed, please see a healthcare practitioner. There is a list of 9 questions on depression. Read the questions carefully and answer. Take your time. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!
- 1.Have you stopped doing activities you used to enjoy?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
- 2.If you think someone is depressed, the best way to help is to try to cheer them up.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 3.Which of the following is not linked to depression?
- A.
Back Pain
- B.
Upset Stomnach
- C.
Kidney Stomach
- D.
Headache
- 4.Which of these symptoms is more likely for women?
- A.
One too may glasses of wine
- B.
Passing up the book club you used to enjoy
- C.
Dwelling on something that makes you feel guilty
- D.
Tobacco usage
- 5.When life is rough, that’s when depression kicks in.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 6.When you recover, your symptoms
- A.
Will fade within a week
- B.
Will take a while to go away
- C.
Won't ever change
- D.
None
- 7.Sadness and depression ...
- A.
Are the same thing
- B.
Are different
- 8.Depression affects your mood but not the rest of your body.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 9.When you’re depressed, you should:
- A.
Take naps to refresh yourself
- B.
Exercise even if you don't want to
- C.
Only work out if you have the energy
- D.
Listen to music
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