A Quick Depression Quiz

Are you depressed?

Do you feel down?

Did you know that: 25 percent of adults will have a major depressive episode at some point?

It’s just a part of life. It’s  human nature.

However, most people don’t realize that depression is bad for your heart health, memory and more.
With all of the economic troubles in the world today, sadly TV commercials for every antidepressant known to man have become a part of our modern culture. In a recent study, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention looked at 2.4 billion drugs prescribed in visits to doctors and hospitals in 2005.

Of those, 118 million were for antidepressants.

Why?

Because it’s easy to pop a pill. However, that pill won’t solve all your troubles. At some point, the pill bottle may run dry. Then what?

According to a government study, antidepressants have become the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States. They’re prescribed more than drugs to treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, or headaches. Doctors routinely medicate “unhappiness”. It happens thousands of times each day needlessly. Even so, over 70% of America’s 15 million depressed women, men and children get no help for their condition.

The question then becomes, “How does one know if they are truly depressed?”

Well believe it or not, there is a very simple two step self quiz you can take to help you figure things out.

Researchers from the University of Auckland, in New Zealand discovered that by asking two very simple questions, they could spot true depression about 97% of the time. The quiz isn’t perfect; like any other depression screening test. However, it can be used to give yourself a good idea if you are truly depressed or just a little down in the dumps. Experts suggest it be used as a great conversation starter with your doctor.

QUESTION #1

During the past month, have you often been bothered by feeling down, depressed, or hopeless?

QUESTION #2

During the past month, have you often been bothered by having little interest or pleasure in doing things?

THE ANSWERS:

If you answered “Yes” to one or both questions, it’s worth talking with your doctor.

The good news is that there is a lot of help available, including talking to an expert who has personally experienced deep depression and survived -  like the one’s on staff here at StopStressingNow.com.

There is also professional counseling, home study courses, exercise, gratitude journals, and if you truly need them, as a last resort, antidepressants.

If you need someone to help bring clarification in any area that is affecting your life, pick up the phone and speak with someone who cares.

We can coach you through any problem you may have. It’s completely anonymous and totally confidential.

When our car is broke we find a mechanic. When we need to lose a few pounds we join the gym. So why don’t you call someone that can help guide you in the right direction. Someone who’s been there!

We are honest, Open minded and very non-judgmental and can talk openly with you about any subject of concern. We can answer any and all questions regarding your depression, stress and anxiety issues and show you how to make your life work, getting you to the place you need to be for happiness to exist.

You are not alone!