Posted by: mentalhealthcoach | February 7, 2010

Online Depression Screening Tests

Today I’m showing some depression screening tests.  I know, taking tests suck. Especially when you might be depressed. Look at is this way, with these “pop quizzes” you can’t be wrong! They can give you clarity and insight and although there are many different kinds out there, the most accurate ones are based on psychological principles and measure certain aspects of larger concepts. Clinical depression is actually difficult to measure because of all different underlying triggers and factors.

Online depression screening tests are designed to give people an idea on whether or not they might have depression or a similar mood disorder.

Below are the links to assorted online depression screening tests. The actual causes of depression are not easy to distinguish.

If you’re not sure whether or not you have depression, take a few of the online depression tests below. One test by itself may be accurate, but when different online depression tests point to the same results you can be more confident about your decision. These tests are not full proof so don’t jump to any conclusions. Like most online tests, depression screening tests on the internet are there to point you in the right direction.

Also check whether or not you have some, most or all of the depression symptoms.

Online Depression Test – Abridged on Discovery Health:

http://discoveryhealth.queendom.com/depression_abridged_access.html

Online Depression Test on About.depression.com:

http://depression.about.com/cs/diagnosis/l/bldepscreenquiz.htm

Online Depression Test on Healthcentral.com:

http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/bipolar-disorder-153804-40.html

Dr. Goldberg’s online depression test:

http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/interactive/interactivetests/goldberg.php

These depression screening tests are only indicators. For a sure and definitive result, consult a mental health professional. Feel free to leave a comment on this post or any other one on this blog. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.

Take care,

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