Understand your mental health in 5 minutes
8 short PHQ-8 based questions. Anonymous, free, and does not replace professional diagnosis.
Anonymous & Free
Data is not stored permanently. All processing happens locally.
PHQ-8 Based
Validated global medical questionnaire standard used by professionals.
Instant Results
Get an immediate summary with AI-powered analysis of your responses.
What is the PHQ-8?
The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-8) is a standardized diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals worldwide to screen for and measure the severity of depression. It consists of 8 carefully formulated questions based on the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder.
Severity Categories
- 0-4: Minimal — No specific treatment typically needed. Normal emotional fluctuations.
- 5-9: Mild — Watchful waiting recommended. Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
- 10-14: Moderate — Treatment plan and consultation with a mental health professional is recommended.
- 15-19: Moderately Severe — Active treatment with pharmacotherapy and/or psychotherapy is highly recommended.
- 20-24: Severe — Immediate initiation of treatment and referral to a specialist is strongly advised.
How It Works
Answer 8 Questions
Our chatbot asks 8 PHQ-8 interview questions — answer via quick chips or type freely.
AI Analysis
Your responses are analyzed using a trained MPNet deep learning model from DAIC-WOZ research.
Get Your Score
Receive per-question scores (0-3), total PHQ-8 score, and severity classification.
Track Progress
Save results to your local history and track your mental health over time.