Free Depression Screening Test
Understanding your results
Score Ranges and Meanings:
0-4: Minimal Depression
Few or no depression symptoms
Continue monitoring your mental health
Maintain healthy lifestyle habits
5-9: Mild Depression
Some depression symptoms present
Consider speaking with a healthcare provider
Lifestyle changes and support may be helpful
10-14: Moderate Depression
Notable depression symptoms
Recommend consulting with a healthcare provider
Treatment options may include therapy and/or medication
15-19: Moderately Severe Depression
Significant depression symptoms
Important to seek professional help
Multiple treatment approaches typically beneficial
20-27: Severe Depression
Serious depression symptoms requiring attention
Seek professional help promptly
Comprehensive treatment usually necessary
Next steps based on your results
If you scored 0-4:
Continue healthy habits and self-care
Monitor your mental health regularly
Know that help is available if things change
If you scored 5-9:
Consider talking to your primary care doctor
Explore lifestyle changes: exercise, sleep, social connection
Monitor symptoms—seek help if they worsen
If you scored 10 or higher:
Schedule appointment with healthcare provider
Consider mental health professional consultation
Don't wait—early treatment leads to better outcomes
If you have thoughts of self-harm:
Contact crisis hotline immediately: 988
Go to nearest emergency room
Call 911 if in immediate danger
Depression treatment options
Therapy Options:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal therapy
Support groups and counseling
Medical Treatment:
Antidepressant medications when appropriate
Regular monitoring with healthcare provider
Lifestyle Support:
Regular exercise and physical activity
Consistent sleep schedule
Social connection and support
Stress management techniques
Combined Approaches:
Often most effective treatment method
Therapy plus medication when indicated
Lifestyle changes support all treatments
When to seek immediate help
Contact crisis services right away if you have:
Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
Plans to hurt yourself or others
Feeling like you might act on harmful thoughts
Severe depression with inability to function
Contact healthcare provider soon if you have:
Depression symptoms lasting 2+ weeks
Symptoms interfering with work, relationships, or daily life
Changes in appetite, sleep, or energy lasting several days
Screening score of 10 or higher
Mental health support with Nest Health
Our Mental Health Services:
In-home counseling and therapy sessions
Psychiatric evaluations and medication management
Family therapy and support services
Coordination with your primary care provider
Why Choose In-Home Mental Health Care:
Comfort and privacy of your own space
Reduced barriers to accessing care
Personalized treatment in familiar environment
Flexible scheduling around your needs
Getting Started:
Consultation to discuss your needs
Develop personalized treatment plan
Connect with qualified mental health professionals
Ongoing support and care coordination
If you’ve been contacted by Nest Health or your health plan and think you might be eligible for Nest Health’s services, call 866-222-NEST
Additional mental health resources
National Organizations:
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 1-800-950-NAMI
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-4357
Mental Health America: mhanational.org
Online Support:
Crisis Chat: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
NAMI Support Groups: nami.org/support
Mental Health First Aid: mentalhealthfirstaid.org
Important information
About this screening:
This tool is for educational purposes only
Not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis
Results should be discussed with qualified healthcare provider
Intended for adults 18 years and older
If you're in crisis, seek immediate professional help
Privacy notice:
Your responses are not stored or tracked
Results are for your personal use only
No personal information is collected during screening
Share results with healthcare providers as you choose
