I found this article/test on MSN/WebMD
Maybe some will find it helpful...<p>Detecting Depression
From MSN WebMD
Jan 2002, Medically Reviewed by Charlotte E. Grayson, MD, WebMD. <p>Copyright ©2002 content, The Cleveland Clinic. The information provided by The Cleveland Clinic is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health-care provider. Please consult your health-care provider for advice about a specific medical condition. For additional health information, please contact the Health Information Center at The Cleveland Clinic, (216) 444-3771 or toll-free (800) 223-2273, Ext. 43771.<p>Like many quick tests, the results here cannot be relied upon as a medical diagnosis. This is intended to be used as a guide. If you believe you are suffering from depression, see your doctor immediately.<p>Detecting Depression <p>Wondering if you have depression? Print this test and answer the questions to find out. <p>1. Have you been in a depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day for at least two weeks?
Yes No
2. Have you lost interest or pleasure in most daily activities, nearly every day for at least two weeks?
Yes No
3. Have you experienced a significant weight change (at least five pounds) either loss or gain recently?
Yes No
4. Has your appetite changed (increased or decreased) for an extended period?
Yes No
5. Have you suffered from insomnia or hypersomnia, nearly every day for at least two weeks?
Yes No
6. Have you felt tired or experienced a loss of energy during the day, nearly every day for at least two weeks?
Yes No
7. Have you had guilty feelings or feelings of worthlessness nearly every day for at least two weeks?
Yes No
8. Have you had difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions nearly every day?
Yes No
9. Have you had recurrent thoughts of death or recurring thoughts of suicide without any specific plan?
Yes No
10. Did the depressed mood begin after someone close to you died or within four weeks of giving birth?
Yes No<p>a) Did you circle yes for either question 1 or 2? _____
b) Did you circle yes four or more times in questions 3-9? _____
c) Did you respond yes to question 10? _____<p>If you responded yes to both (a) and (b), you may be suffering from an episode of major depression.
If you responded yes to question (c) and your symptoms are disabling and have lasted for more than two months, you should seek professional treatment.

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