Answer 15 short questions. The first 4 are the PHQ-4, a validated screener for anxiety and depression. The other 11 are a simple guide written by Dr. Sherjeel to point you to the right next test. This check never gives a diagnosis.
- One question per screen. Tap an answer to move on (or use the number keys on a keyboard).
- Your score, what it means, and the next step, straight away.
- Your answers stay on your device. Nothing is saved or sent.
This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call your local emergency number now (911 in Saudi Arabia, 1122 in Pakistan).
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How this test is scored
Questions 1 to 4 are the PHQ-4. Each is scored 0 (Not at all) to 3 (Nearly every day), for a total of 0 to 12: 0 to 2 normal, 3 to 5 mild, 6 to 8 moderate, 9 to 12 severe. Questions 1 and 2 form the GAD-2 and questions 3 and 4 the PHQ-2; a score of 3 or more on either part is the standard point at which the full GAD-7 or PHQ-9 is recommended. Questions 5 to 14 are not scored: they are a simple guide that suggests which test or conversation may help. Question 15 is a safety question; any answer other than "Not at all" shows urgent help information.
Source
Questions 1 to 4: PHQ-4. Kroenke K, Spitzer RL, Williams JBW, Löwe B. An ultra-brief screening scale for anxiety and depression: the PHQ-4. Psychosomatics. 2009;50(6):613-621. Developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke and colleagues, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. No permission required to reproduce, translate, display or distribute. Questions 5 and 15 use wording from the Patient Health Questionnaire (same permission). Questions 6 to 14 are a non-validated guide written for this website: they only suggest which test to take next and are not scored as a diagnosis.