Free Self-Screening Tool
Explore how low mood and loss of interest may be affecting your everyday life. This free, confidential screening offers valuable insights in just a few minutes.
Disclaimer: This test is intended for informational purposes only and should not replace a clinical diagnosis. If you have ongoing mental health concerns, consult an Elyséa HEALTH professional for a comprehensive assessment.
The Research Behind This Depression Test
This self-screening test uses a series of questions to assess symptoms of depression, including low mood, loss of interest, and changes in daily functioning.
It’s designed to evaluate how often depressive symptoms have shown up over the past two weeks. Your results won’t confirm a diagnosis, but they’ll indicate whether it’s worth exploring further.
Clinically Validated
Adapted from the most widely used depression screening tool in clinical practice today.
A Signal, Not a Verdict
Your score highlights whether your symptoms warrant a closer look. Only a qualified professional can diagnose depression.
Where to Go From Here
If your results suggest possible depression, Elyséa HEALTH can connect you with a clinician for a comprehensive in-person assessment.
What Your Score Reveals
This categorisation offers a reference point for deciding whether further clinical input is worthwhile, not a professional diagnosis/assessment.
Low Likelihood
Your answers suggest minimal symptoms of depression. No further action is needed right now.
Moderate Likelihood
Your responses point to symptoms that may be mildly to moderately disruptive, worth discussing with a GP.
Higher Likelihood
Your responses show a recurring pattern consistent with depression. We recommend booking an evaluation with one of our specialists.
It's Okay to Ask for Help, Whatever Your Depression Test Score
Reaching out doesn't mean something is wrong with you; it means you're paying attention.
Why Elyséa HEALTH
A closer look at how this depression test works and what your results might mean for you.
Clinical guidelines define depression partly by how long symptoms persist. Asking about a consistent two-week window helps distinguish an ongoing low mood from a difficult day or two.
Yes. Many people continue working, studying or caring for others while experiencing significant depressive symptoms; this is sometimes called high-functioning depression, and it’s still worth addressing.
Yes, one question addresses this directly, as it’s a standard and important part of any depression screening. If you’re having thoughts of harming yourself, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or seek urgent care.
A higher score doesn’t confirm depression, but it’s a strong signal worth acting on. We’d recommend booking an assessment with one of our clinicians or raising your results with your GP.
Take the self-screening test, or speak directly with our clinical team.