Instructions: For each statement, please indicate how often you’ve experienced the symptom in the past two weeks. 

Choices: 

• Never 
• Rarely 
• Sometimes 
• Often 
• Always 

1. I feel sad or empty most of the time. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

2. I have little interest or pleasure in doing things I usually enjoy. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

3. I feel tired or have low energy, even after a full night's sleep. 

0 points: Never 

1 point: Rarely 

2 points: Sometimes 

3 points: Often 

4 points: Always 

4. I find it difficult to concentrate or make decisions. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

5. I feel hopeless or that things will never improve. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

6. I have trouble sleeping (too little or too much). 

0 points: Never 

1 point: Rarely 

2 points: Sometimes 

3 points: Often 

4 points: Always 

7. I feel irritable, frustrated, or angry more than usual. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

8. I have changes in appetite or weight (eating too much or too little). 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

9. I feel guilty or like I'm a failure. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

10. I think about hurting myself or have thoughts of death. 

• 0 points: Never 
• 1 point: Rarely 
• 2 points: Sometimes 
• 3 points: Often 
• 4 points: Always 

Scoring: 

• 0-10 points: Likely not experiencing significant depression symptoms. If you're feeling concerned or have any doubts, talking to a healthcare professional is always a good idea. 
• 11-20 points: You may be experiencing mild depression symptoms. It might be worth exploring ways to cope with these feelings, such as speaking to a therapist. 
• 21-30 points: You may be experiencing moderate depression symptoms. It's highly recommended to talk to a healthcare provider about your feelings and explore options for treatment. 
• 31-40 points: You may be experiencing severe depression symptoms. Please consider seeking immediate support from a mental health professional.