The PHQ-9 is a self-report scale designed to measure the severity of depression symptoms over the past two weeks. It consists of nine items that assess various problems commonly associated with depression. Please read each item and select the number that best reflects how often you have been bothered by that particular problem over the past two weeks. There are no right or wrong answers. Choose the response that most closely applies to your experience.
0 - Not at all
1 - Several days
2 - More than half the days
3 - Nearly every day
Note: The PHQ-9 is a screening tool and does not provide a diagnosis. If you have concerns about your mental health, we recommend seeking professional assistance from a qualified healthcare provider.
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