Assessment

CES-D Depression Screening

The Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale is a validated 20-item self-report measure of depressive symptoms over the past week, developed by the NIMH and widely used in clinical and research settings.

This is a validated screening instrument for informational and self-monitoring purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and does not replace professional clinical evaluation. If you are in crisis, contact 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or call 911.

Below is a list of ways you might have felt or behaved. Please indicate how often you have felt this way during the past week.

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0 = Rarely or none of the time (<1 day)1 = Some or a little (1-2 days)2 = Occasionally or a moderate amount (3-4 days)3 = Most or all of the time (5-7 days)

I was bothered by things that usually don't bother me.

I did not feel like eating; my appetite was poor.

I felt that I could not shake off the blues even with help from my family or friends.

I felt that I was just as good as other people.

I had trouble keeping my mind on what I was doing.

I felt depressed.

I felt that everything I did was an effort.

I felt hopeful about the future.

I thought my life had been a failure.

10.

I felt fearful.

11.

My sleep was restless.

12.

I was happy.

13.

I talked less than usual.

14.

I felt lonely.

15.

People were unfriendly.

16.

I enjoyed life.

17.

I had crying spells.

18.

I felt sad.

19.

I felt that people dislike me.

20.

I could not get “going.”

0 of 20 answeredScore: 0 / 60