PHQ-9
Depression is a complex disorder which might need clinical examinations and close observations. An isolated PHQ9 test result may not suffice to diagnose or rule out this disorder specially in more severe cases. The test might not substitute clinical judgement of a psychiatrist or an experienced healthcare professional.
SCORING GUIDE
0-4
With these scores there is no direct indication of depression, and it is not necessary to take any immediate action.
If you are still concerned, you could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in any case is a useful exercise.
5-9
With these scores your doctor may recommend seeing you for another visit and evaluate it as an early warning sign to keep an eye on your mental challenges. But this is not something to be very concerned about.
You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral therapy, which in
any case is a useful exercise.
10-14
Based on the duration of symptoms and any direct consequences in your daily life it might be important to closely observe and start the conversation with your doctor on potential treatment and support.
You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in
any case is a useful exercise.
15-19
These are elevated score, which need more attention by healthcare professionals as well as everybody supporting you. Because symptoms are fluctuating it is recommended to retake the test every week to see how things are going.
The treatment options are medication and counselling. Please contact your primary care doctor. He/she will help you with the contact.
20-27
These are significant scores, which most likely indicate more severe mood swings. Because symptoms are fluctuating it is recommended to retake the test every week to see how things are going.
The treatment options are medication and counselling. Please contact your
primary care doctor. He/she will help you with the contact and may prescribe an Antidepressant.
You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in any
case is a useful exercise.
0-4
With these scores there is no direct indication of depression, and it is not necessary to take any immediate action. If you are still concerned, you could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in any case is a useful exercise.
5-9
With these scores your doctor may recommend seeing you for another visit and evaluate it as an early warning sign to keep an eye on your mental challenges. But this is not something to be very concerned about. You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral therapy, which in any case is a useful exercise.
10-14
Based on the duration of symptoms and any direct consequences in your daily life it might be important to closely observe and start the conversation with your doctor on potential treatment and support. You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in any case is a useful exercise.
15-19
These are elevated score, which need more attention by healthcare professionals as well as everybody supporting you. Because symptoms are fluctuating it is recommended to retake the test every week to see how things are going. The treatment options are medication and counselling. Please contact your primary care doctor. He/she will help you with the contact.
20-27
These are significant scores, which most likely indicate more severe mood swings. Because symptoms are fluctuating it is recommended to retake the test every week to see how things are going. The treatment options are medication and counselling. Please contact your primary care doctor. He/she will help you with the contact and may prescribe an Antidepressant. You could visit the module on cognitive behavioral treatment, which in any case is a useful exercise.