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Mental Health Assessments
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Clinical Depression
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| Do I have symptoms of Clinical Depression? |
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One out of every six people will suffer from major depression at some point in their lives, yet only about one-third of depression sufferers will receive proper treatment. Take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of clinical depression and help you determine whether or not you might suffer from depression.
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Manic Episode
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| Have I had a manic episode between bouts of depression? |
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Bipolar disorder is an illness consisting of alternating periods (lasting hours, days, weeks, or even months) of depression and manic episodes. Bipolar disorder is frequently misdiagnosed as depression because the manic episodes seem positive. The low periods of depression are usually what prompts a a patient to seek help. Undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, untreated or improperly treated bipolar disorder can have serious consequences for the patient. Manic episodes can lead to poor decision-making and impulsiveness that can wreak havoc or ruin a peron's life. If you are currently diagnosed with depression, but suspect you may actually have bipolar disorder, this test can help you determine if you have had manic episodes between bouts of depression. These questions are based on the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition or DSM-IV.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
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| Do I have symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? |
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If you worry too much, feel restless, and don't sleep well, you may be experiencing symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of GAD and help you determine whether or not you might have GAD. These questions are based on the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition or DSM-IV.
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Anxiety
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| Do I have symptoms of anxiety? |
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Do you think you may suffer from anxiety? Take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of anxiety and help you determine whether or not you might suffer from anxiety attacks. These questions are based on the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition or DSM-IV.
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Fears & Phobias
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| Do I suffer from a fear or phobia? |
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People with phobias experience anxiety-like symptoms when exposed to or in anticipation of their feared object or situation. Phobias cause tremendous stress and anxiety, from mild feelings of apprehension to a full-blown panic attack. The body's physical reactions during phobia episodes are the same as if it were a real danger situation. People with phobias do everything they can to avoid their feared objects or situation, to the point that their everyday life is disrupted and it is inconvenient. People with phobias often have other anxiety disorders, so if you have a phobia, you are high risk for other problems like depression. Take this quick assessment to learn the symptoms of fears and phobias and help you determine if you have a phobia.
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Panic Attacks/Panic Disorder
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| Do I suffer from panic attacks or panic disorder? |
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A panic attack is a sudden, overwhelming fear that comes without warning or obvious reason. The feelings are much more intense than the feelings of stress or normal anxiety. Panic attacks can happen anytime and anywhere, while shopping, driving in your car, or even in your sleep. Panic attacks are similar to anxiety attacks except that panic attacks come on suddenly, last only a short time (usually 20 to 30 minutes) and the fear is extremely intense. Anxiety attacks, on the other hand, come on more gradually, last longer but are less intense. The tendency to have panic attacks runs in families and are often triggered by major life changes, such as changing jobs, getting married, and having a baby. Panic attacks may also be triggered by events that cause severe stress, like divorce, job loss, or the death of a loved one. There is no reason to worry if you've had one or two panic attacks. However, if you continue having panic attacks, you may have panic disorder, a chronic condition that usually develops in the late teens and twenties. Panic disorder rarely develops after age 35 and is twice as common in women. Take this quick assessment to learn the symptoms of panic attacks and panic disorder and help you determine if you may have experienced panic attacks or have a panic disorder.
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Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD)
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| Do I have symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? |
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, may develop after a person experiences a very traumatic event. Most people develop PTSD immediately after the event; others, however, develop symptoms several weeks, months, or even years after the event. Common causes of PTSD are military combat, natural disaster, a violent criminal attack, sexual assault, or serious accident. PTSD can occur at any age and some studies indicate that more than 10% of people will suffer from PTSD at some point in their lives. If you have experienced a traumatic event and wonder about the possibility of PTSD, take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and help you determine whether or not you might suffer from PTSD.
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Postpartum Depression
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| Do I have the "Baby Blues" or symptoms of Postpartum Depression? |
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Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression? After having a baby, 25%-75% of new mothers suffer some degree of depression. Baby Blues is a mild form of this depression, a more serious form is known as Postpartum Depression, and the most severe form is called Postpartum Psychosis where the baby and/or mother may be at risk of injury or death. Contributing factors to Postpartum Depression are hormone changes and lifestyle changes like lack of sleep, being indoors a lot, and the new responsibilities of caring for a newborn. The cause is unknown and can occur anytime up to a year after giving birth. Watching for signs of postpartum depression often becomes the responsibility of the partner or family and friends. It is usually short-lived and goes away without treatment with strong support, loving care, and somone to talk to. If you recently had a baby and are feeling despondent, tired, emotional swings, and loss of appetite, you may be experiencing Postpartum Depression. Take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of Postpartum Depression and help you determine whether or not you might be suffering from it.
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Postpartum Psychosis
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| Does a new mother have symptoms of Postpartum Psychosis? |
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One or two in a thousand new mothers (4,000 - 8,000 women each year) will develop postpartum psychosis, a very serious illness that needs quick intervention, usually including hospitalization. One of the biggest risk factors for postpartum psychosis is previously diagnosed or family hisotry of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. If you already have bipolar disorder you should be aware, and so should your loved ones, that you have a better-than-average chance of having postpartum depression or psychosis. Also, women who have already experienced postpartum depression or psychosis have a 20-50% chance of having it again at future births. Take this quick assessment to learn more about the symptoms of Postpartum Psychosis and help you determine whether or not you might be suffering from it.
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