PHQ-9

Main Functions

• Official PHQ-9 Test: Provides a 9-item depression screening questionnaire based on DSM-IV diagnostic criteria, helping users quantify their depressive symptoms over the last two weeks.
• Instant Score Assessment: Receive your PHQ-9 score immediately upon completion, along with clear explanations of different severity levels.
• Optional AI-Personalized Report: Users can choose to answer additional questions to receive a detailed report generated by AI. This report analyzes personal strengths, challenges, daily-life impacts, and provides actionable recommendations.

How It Works

1. Answer 9 Questions: Respond to all PHQ-9 items based on your feelings over the past two weeks.
2. Get Instant Results: View your PHQ-9 score and preliminary assessment immediately.
3. Opt for Deeper Analysis: Choose to provide more context for a comprehensive, AI-Personalized detailed report.
4. Consider Next Steps: Use your screening results and report to explore resources or discuss with a healthcare professional.

Core Advantages

• Trusted Standard: Utilizes the globally recognized official PHQ-9 tool, ensuring the screening's effectiveness and reliability.
• Insights Beyond the Score: The AI report goes beyond the score to deeply analyze individual situations, offering tailored feedback and an action plan.
• Fast and Convenient: The entire process takes only a few minutes with a user-friendly and easy-to-navigate interface.
• Privacy Assured: All user responses and results are kept strictly confidential.

Target Users

• Individuals seeking an initial understanding of their emotional health.
• People looking for a quick, reliable self-assessment to decide if professional help is needed.
• Mental health advocates or professionals who can recommend it as a first-step assessment resource.

Disclaimer & FAQ

• Not a Diagnostic Tool: The PHQ-9 test and its AI report are informational screening tools and are not a substitute for a professional medical diagnosis. For a definitive diagnosis and treatment, it is essential to consult a qualified healthcare professional.
• Free to Use: The PHQ-9 test and the optional AI-Personalized report are offered for free.
• Test Duration: Completing the 9-item questionnaire takes just a few minutes.
• Data Privacy: User test results and personal data are kept private.