Stroop Test For Anxiety/Depression
Please fill in your responses honestly and with your first instinctive response. You will not be graded. Following the questionnaire is a timed task. In the timed task, you will say and select the COLOUR of the word you see in a multiple choice format. When you have finished, you will receive a debrief certificate of completion. Thank you for participating!
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
In the last 2 weeks how often have you had little interest or pleasure in doing things?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The question is asking about the frequency of experiencing little interest or pleasure in doing things in the last 2 weeks. The options provided are "not at all," "several days," "more than half the days," and "nearly every day." The correct answer is a combination of "several days," "more than half the days," and "nearly every day." This suggests that the individual has experienced little interest or pleasure in doing things on multiple occasions during the past 2 weeks, ranging from a few days to almost every day.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Over the last two weeks, how often have you felt down, depressed or hopeless?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
This question is likely assessing the frequency of depressive symptoms over the past two weeks. The answer options range from "Not at all" to "Nearly every day," indicating increasing severity and frequency of feeling down, depressed, or hopeless. The correct answer includes "Several days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day," suggesting that the individual has experienced these symptoms on multiple occasions during the past two weeks.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Over the past two weeks, how often have you had trouble falling asleep or sleeping too much?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
This answer suggests that the individual has experienced trouble falling asleep or sleeping too much nearly every day over the past two weeks. This could indicate a significant sleep disturbance or sleep disorder that is affecting their daily life and overall well-being. It is important for them to seek medical advice and explore potential causes and treatment options for their sleep difficulties.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt tired of have little energy?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly Every Day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly Every DayExplanation
The question is asking about the frequency of feeling tired or having little energy in the past two weeks. The answer options are "Not at all," "Several Days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly Every Day." The correct answer is a combination of "Several Days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly Every Day." This suggests that the individual has been experiencing fatigue and low energy levels frequently over the past two weeks, indicating a potential issue with their overall energy levels and well-being.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Over the past two weeks, how often have you been bothered by poor appetite or overeating?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
This question is asking about the frequency of being bothered by poor appetite or overeating over the past two weeks. The options provided indicate different levels of frequency, ranging from "Not at all" to "Nearly every day". The correct answer includes "Several Days", "More than half the days", and "Nearly every day", which suggests that the individual has experienced this issue on multiple occasions throughout the two-week period.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt bad about yourself - or that you were a failure or have let yourself or your family down?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The answer options provided indicate different levels of frequency at which the individual has felt bad about themselves or felt like a failure. "Several Days" suggests that the person has experienced these feelings on a few occasions over the past two weeks. "More than half the days" implies that the individual has felt this way for a majority of the days during the given time frame. Finally, "Nearly every day" indicates that the person has experienced these negative emotions almost daily.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Over the past two weeks, how often have you had trouble concentrating on things such as reading the newspaper or watching television?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The answer "Several Days, More than half the days, Nearly every day" suggests that the person has been experiencing trouble concentrating on things such as reading the newspaper or watching television frequently over the past two weeks. This indicates that their ability to focus has been significantly affected and they have had difficulty engaging in these activities on a regular basis.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Over the past two weeks have you been moving or speaking so slowly that other people could have noticed? Or the opposite - been so fidgety or restless that you have been moving around alot more than usual?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The given answer options are based on the frequency of experiencing either slow movements and speech or restlessness and excessive movements. "Several Days" implies that the individual has experienced these symptoms for a few days but not consistently. "More than half the days" suggests that the symptoms have occurred on most days but not every day. "Nearly every day" indicates that the symptoms have been present almost daily. Therefore, the answer options provide a range of frequencies to choose from based on the individual's experience with these symptoms.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Over the past two weeks have you had thoughts that you would be better off dead or hurting yourself in any way?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The answer "Several Days, More than half the days, Nearly every day" suggests that the person has been experiencing thoughts of wanting to be better off dead or hurting themselves for a significant amount of time. This indicates a higher level of distress and potential risk for self-harm or suicide. It is important to take these thoughts seriously and seek help from a mental health professional or a helpline immediately.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Have you been treated for depression in the past?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is "True" because it indicates that the person has been treated for depression in the past. This suggests that the individual has a history of seeking treatment for depression, which could have involved therapy, medication, or other interventions. It implies that the person has already experienced depressive symptoms and has taken steps to address them.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Have you taken medication for depression in the past?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The correct answer is True because the question asks if the person has taken medication for depression in the past. If the person has indeed taken medication for depression in the past, then the answer would be True.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Are you currently under care for depression? (Medication or counselling?)
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given correct answer is "True" because it indicates that the person is currently under care for depression, either through medication or counseling. This suggests that the person is actively seeking treatment and support for their mental health condition.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Over the past two weeks how often have you felt nervous, anxious or on edge?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The question asks about the frequency of feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge over the past two weeks. The options provided are "Not at all," "Several Days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day." The correct answer is a combination of "Several Days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day," indicating that the individual has experienced these feelings frequently during the given time frame.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Over the past two weeks how often have you not been able to stop or control worrying?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
This question is asking about the frequency of not being able to stop or control worrying over the past two weeks. The answer options range from "Not at all" to "Nearly every day." The correct answer is a combination of "Several Days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day." This indicates that the individual has experienced a significant level of worry and difficulty in stopping or controlling it during the past two weeks.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Over the past two weeks how often have you been bothered by worrying too much about different things?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The question asks about the frequency of being bothered by worrying too much about different things over the past two weeks. The answer options provided are "Not at all," "Several days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day." The correct answer is a combination of "Several days," "More than half the days," and "Nearly every day." This suggests that the person has been bothered by worrying too much on multiple occasions during the past two weeks, ranging from a few days to almost every day.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Over the past two weeks how often have you had trouble relaxing?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
This question is asking about the frequency of having trouble relaxing over the past two weeks. The answer options range from "Not at all" to "Nearly every day". The correct answer is a combination of "Several days", "More than half the days", and "Nearly every day". This suggests that the person has experienced trouble relaxing on multiple occasions throughout the two-week period, with varying degrees of frequency.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Over the past two weeks have you been so restless you find it is hard to sit still?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several Days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several Days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The answer "Several Days, More than half the days, Nearly every day" suggests that the person has been feeling restless and finding it hard to sit still for a significant portion of the past two weeks. This indicates a level of restlessness that is more than occasional or sporadic, but not necessarily constant. The person may have experienced restlessness on multiple occasions, with varying intensity, during this time period.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Over the past two weeks how often have you become easily annoyed or irritable?
- A.
Not at all
- B.
Several days
- C.
More than half the days
- D.
Nearly every day
Correct Answer(s)
B. Several days
C. More than half the days
D. Nearly every dayExplanation
The given answer options indicate different levels of frequency for becoming easily annoyed or irritable over the past two weeks. "Several days" suggests that the individual has experienced this feeling on multiple occasions but not consistently. "More than half the days" implies that the person has been easily annoyed or irritable for more than half of the two-week period. "Nearly every day" indicates that the individual has felt this way almost every day during the past two weeks. These options provide a range of possible responses to accurately assess the frequency of irritability or annoyance.Rate this question:
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- 19.
If bothered by these things how difficult has it made it for you to do your work, take care of your home, or get along with other people?
- A.
Not at all difficult
- B.
Somewhat difficult
- C.
Very difficult
- D.
Extremely difficult
Correct Answer(s)
B. Somewhat difficult
C. Very difficult
D. Extremely difficultExplanation
This question is asking about the level of difficulty someone experiences in doing their work, taking care of their home, or getting along with other people when bothered by certain things. The answer options range from "Not at all difficult" to "Extremely difficult." The correct answer is a combination of "Somewhat difficult," "Very difficult," and "Extremely difficult," indicating that the person finds it challenging to perform these tasks when bothered by these things.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Have you been treated for anxiety in the past?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because the question asks if the person has been treated for anxiety in the past. If they have received treatment for anxiety before, then the answer would be true.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Have you taken medication for anxiety in the past?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The correct answer is true because the question asks if the person has taken medication for anxiety in the past. If the person has taken medication for anxiety before, then the answer would be true.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Are you currently under care for anxiety? (medication or counselling?)
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The correct answer is "True" because the question is asking if the person is currently under care for anxiety, either through medication or counseling. If the person is indeed receiving treatment for anxiety, then the answer would be true.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Select the colour of the word you see: Worried
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Blue
- C.
Green
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
D. Red -
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death
- A.
Green
- B.
Red
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Blue
Correct Answer
C. Yellow -
- 25.
Hated
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
D. Green -
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insecure
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
A. Red -
- 27.
assault
- A.
Red
- B.
Yellow
- C.
Blue
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
C. Blue -
- 28.
mocked
- A.
Green
- B.
Blue
- C.
Red
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
D. Yellow -
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humiliated
- A.
Green
- B.
Red
- C.
Blue
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
B. Red -
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inadequate
- A.
Red
- B.
Green
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Blue
Correct Answer
B. Green -
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lonely
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Green
- C.
Blue
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
D. Red -
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worthless
- A.
Blue
- B.
Green
- C.
Red
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
A. Blue -
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injury
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Green
- C.
Blue
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
B. Green -
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ignored
- A.
Red
- B.
Green
- C.
Blue
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
C. Blue -
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ridiculed
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Red
- C.
Green
- D.
Blue
Correct Answer
B. Red -
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criticised
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Green
- C.
Blue
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
B. Green -
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ashamed
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Blue
- C.
Green
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
B. Blue -
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disease
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
C. Yellow -
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mocked
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
D. Green -
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pathetic
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
C. Yellow -
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failure
- A.
Blue
- B.
Green
- C.
Red
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
C. Red -
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embarassed
- A.
Blue
- B.
Red
- C.
Green
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
B. Red -
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inferior
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Green
- C.
Red
- D.
Blue
Correct Answer
D. Blue -
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violence
- A.
Red
- B.
Blue
- C.
Green
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
C. GreenExplanation
The given question does not provide any context or information to determine the correct answer. Therefore, without any additional information, it is not possible to provide a valid explanation for why "green" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 45.
foolish
- A.
Red
- B.
Yellow
- C.
Blue
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
A. Red -
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despise
- A.
Green
- B.
Blue
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Red
Correct Answer
C. Yellow -
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stupid
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Blue
- C.
Red
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
D. Green -
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disgrace
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Red
- C.
Blue
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
B. RedExplanation
Red is the correct answer because it is the only color that can be associated with disgrace. In many cultures, red is often used to symbolize shame, embarrassment, or wrongdoing. Therefore, choosing red as the answer aligns with the concept of disgrace.Rate this question:
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- 49.
agony
- A.
Blue
- B.
Red
- C.
Green
- D.
Yellow
Correct Answer
D. Yellow -
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unloved
- A.
Blue
- B.
Red
- C.
Yellow
- D.
Green
Correct Answer
B. Red -
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