Read the following list, check those that apply to you and bring it to your therapist
or health care provider. Checking these items does not mean you have depression, but because many depression symptoms
overlap with other illnesses, this information can be useful during your visit.
Symptom Checklist
Check all that apply:
□ I am often restless and irritable.
□ I am having irregular sleep patterns--either too much or not enough.
□ I don’t enjoy my hobbies, friends,
family or leisure activities anymore.
□
I am having trouble managing my diabetes, hypertension or other chronic illness.
□ I have nagging aches and pains that do not get better, no matter what I
do.
□ Specifically,
I often experience:
□ Digestive problems
□ Headache or backache
□ Vague aches and pains,
such as joint or muscle pains
□ Chest pains
□ Dizziness
□
I have trouble concentrating or making simple decisions.
□
Others have commented on my mood or attitude lately.
□
My weight has changed considerably
□
I have had several of the symptoms I checked above for more than two weeks.
□ I feel that my functioning in my everyday life (work, family, friends) is
suffering because of these problems.
□
I have a family history of depression.
□
I have thoughts about suicide
