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[Challenges When Quitting](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting) 2. [Manage Your Mood](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood) 3. Quiz: Depression # Quiz: Depression ## Find Help 24/7 If you or someone you know is in distress or having suicidal thoughts, get help now. Call or text [988](tel:988) or [chat online](https://988lifeline.org/) for 24-hour, free and confidential support from trained counselors. Para obtener asistencia en español durante las 24 horas, llame al [988](tel:988). ## Take the Quiz Do you think you might be depressed? Complete this quiz to find out if you’re showing signs of depression. Check one answer for each question that best describes you for the past 7 days. 1\. Falling Asleep\* I never take longer than 30 minutes. I take at least 30 minutes to fall asleep, less than half the time. I take at least 30 minutes to fall asleep, more than half the time. I take more than 60 minutes to fall asleep, more than half the time. 2\. Sleep During the Night\* I do not wake up at night. I have a restless, light sleep with a few brief awakenings each night. I wake up at least once a night, but I go back to sleep easily. I awaken more than once a night and stay awake for 20 minutes or more, more than half the time. 3\. Waking Up Too Early\* Most of the time, I awaken no more than 30 minutes before I need to get up. More than half the time, I awaken more than 30 minutes before I need to get up. I almost always awaken at least 1 hour or so before I need to, but I go back to sleep eventually. I awaken at least 1 hour before I need to, and can’t go back to sleep. 4\. Sleeping Too Much\* I sleep no longer than 7-8 hours/night, without napping during the day. I sleep no longer than 10 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. I sleep no longer than 12 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. I sleep longer than 12 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. 5\. Feeling Sad\* I do not feel sad. I feel sad less than half the time. I feel sad more than half the time. I feel sad nearly all the time. 6\. Appetite\* There is no change in my usual appetite. I've lost my appetite. I'm eating too much. 6A. Decreased Appetite\* I eat somewhat less often or lesser amounts of food than usual. I eat much less than usual and only with a personal effort. I rarely eat within a 24-hour period, and only with extreme personal effort or when others persuade me to eat. 6A. Increased Appetite\* I feel a need to eat more frequently than usual. I regularly eat more often and/or greater amounts of food than usual. I feel driven to overeat at mealtime and between meals. 7\. Weight\* I have not had a change in my weight. I've lost weight. I've gained weight. 7A. Decreased Weight (Within the Last 2 Weeks)\* I feel as if I have had a slight weight loss. I have lost 2 pounds or more. I have lost 5 pounds or more. 7A. Increased Weight (Within the Last 2 Weeks)\* I feel as if I have had a slight weight gain. I have gained 2 pounds or more. I have gained 5 pounds or more. 8\. Concentration/Decision Making\* There is no change in my usual capacity to concentrate or make decisions. I occasionally feel indecisive or find that my attention wanders. Most of the time I struggle to focus my attention or to make decisions. I cannot concentrate well enough to read or cannot even make minor decisions. 9\. View of Myself\* I see myself as equally worthwhile and deserving as other people. I am more self-blaming than usual. I largely believe that I cause problems for others. I think almost constantly about major and minor defects in my life. 10\. Thoughts of Death or Suicide\* I do not think of suicide or death. I feel that life is empty and wonder if it’s worth living. I think of suicide or death several times a week for several minutes. I think of suicide or death several times a day in some detail, or I have made specific plans for suicide or have actually tried to take my life. 11\. General Interest\* There is no change from usual in how interested I am in other people or activities. I notice that I am less interested in people or activities. I find I have interest in only one or two of my formerly pursued activities. I have virtually no interest in formerly pursued activities. 12\. Energy Level\* There is no change in my usual level of energy. I get tired more easily than usual. I have to make a big effort to start or finish my usual daily activities (for example, shopping, homework, cooking, or going to work). I really cannot carry out most of my usual daily activities because I just don’t have the energy. 13\. Feeling Restless\* I do not feel restless. I’m often fidgety, wringing my hands, or need to shift how I am sitting. I have impulses to move about and am quite restless. At times, I am unable to stay seated and need to pace around. 14\. Feeling Slowed Down\* I think, speak, and move at my usual rate of speed. I find that my thinking is slowed down or my voice sounds dull or flat. It takes me several seconds to respond to most questions and I am sure my thinking is slowed. I am often unable to respond to questions without extreme effort. Source: The Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology 16-Item Self-Report (QIDS–SR16), University of Pittsburgh, [http://www.ids-qids.org](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/depression-quiz) Original Citation: Rush, A.J., Giles, D.E., Schlesser, M.A., Fulton, C.L.,Weissenburger, J.E. and Burns, C.T. The Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology (IDS): Preliminary findings. Psychiatry Research, 18:65-87, 1986. *** [Submit]() ## Find Help 24/7 If you need help now, call or text [988](tel:988) or [chat online](https://988lifeline.org/) for 24-hour, free and confidential support from trained counselors. Sometimes people who are feeling depressed think about hurting themselves or dying. **If you or someone you know is having these feelings, get help now.** The [Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)](https://www.samhsa.gov/)—a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services—runs both crisis centers. For more information visit the [National Suicide Prevention Lifeline](https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) website. Para obtener asistencia en español durante las 24 horas, llame al [988](tel:988). *** ## Results You aren't having any major [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). If you’re feeling down, you may just be having a few bad days or mood changes if you recently stopped smoking. These feelings should go away in a few days. If you are concerned about your feelings or are still feeling sad after 2 weeks, you might want to talk to someone about how you're feeling. You have a few [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, these symptoms may not be changing your daily life, but you’re probably aware of them. You might start looking for ways to help your mood. ### Manage Your Mood You could try talking to friends, family, or your doctor. You also might keep track of your symptoms. You could write down how you are feeling or take this quiz every 1 or 2 days. If your score goes up, your mood worsens, or the symptoms are causing problems in your life, talk to your doctor and get help. How you're feeling now isn’t how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have some [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, these symptoms are likely causing problems in your daily life. These problems may be big, like making it hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You should get help right away. ### Find Help When you're feeling depressed, it can be hard to have energy to make a phone call. But having support from others can be helpful. Try talking to your doctor or a therapist. They can help you get treatment to deal with depression. You can also try telling family and friends how you’re feeling. How you’re feeling now isn't how you’ll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have many [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, the symptoms may be causing big problems in your daily life. It is probably very hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You may even feel like you’re carrying a heavy weight that makes it almost impossible to get through your day. ### Take This Seriously Even if you don't feel weighed down by your symptoms, try to do something about them as soon as possible. When you're feeling depressed, it can be hard to even do small things to take care of yourself. But you should call your doctor or a mental health professional today. And try to tell family and friends how you’re feeling. How you're feeling now isn't how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have very significant [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, the symptoms may be causing you big problems in your daily life. It is probably very hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You may even feel like you’re carrying a heavy weight that makes it almost impossible to get through your day. ### Get Help Right Away Even if you don't feel weighed down by your symptoms, it is important to do something about them right now. When you’re feeling depressed, it can be hard to even do small things to take care of yourself. But you should call your doctor or a mental health professional today. And try to tell family and friends how you’re feeling. How you're feeling now isn't how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) *This quiz is not meant to tell you if you have major depression. This information does not take the place of seeing a mental health professional for a diagnosis.* *** [Retake the Quiz]() ## Are you addicted to vaping? Take our quiz to find out. You’ll also learn how vaping affects your life and what you can do about it. 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## Find Help 24/7 If you or someone you know is in distress or having suicidal thoughts, get help now. Call or text [988](tel:988) or [chat online](https://988lifeline.org/) for 24-hour, free and confidential support from trained counselors. Para obtener asistencia en español durante las 24 horas, llame al [988](tel:988). ## Take the Quiz Do you think you might be depressed? Complete this quiz to find out if you’re showing signs of depression. Check one answer for each question that best describes you for the past 7 days. 1\. Falling Asleep\* I never take longer than 30 minutes. I take at least 30 minutes to fall asleep, less than half the time. I take at least 30 minutes to fall asleep, more than half the time. I take more than 60 minutes to fall asleep, more than half the time. 2\. Sleep During the Night\* I do not wake up at night. I have a restless, light sleep with a few brief awakenings each night. I wake up at least once a night, but I go back to sleep easily. I awaken more than once a night and stay awake for 20 minutes or more, more than half the time. 3\. Waking Up Too Early\* Most of the time, I awaken no more than 30 minutes before I need to get up. More than half the time, I awaken more than 30 minutes before I need to get up. I almost always awaken at least 1 hour or so before I need to, but I go back to sleep eventually. I awaken at least 1 hour before I need to, and can’t go back to sleep. 4\. Sleeping Too Much\* I sleep no longer than 7-8 hours/night, without napping during the day. I sleep no longer than 10 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. I sleep no longer than 12 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. I sleep longer than 12 hours in a 24-hour period including naps. 5\. Feeling Sad\* I do not feel sad. I feel sad less than half the time. I feel sad more than half the time. I feel sad nearly all the time. 6\. Appetite\* There is no change in my usual appetite. I've lost my appetite. I'm eating too much. 6A. Decreased Appetite\* I eat somewhat less often or lesser amounts of food than usual. I eat much less than usual and only with a personal effort. I rarely eat within a 24-hour period, and only with extreme personal effort or when others persuade me to eat. 6A. Increased Appetite\* I feel a need to eat more frequently than usual. I regularly eat more often and/or greater amounts of food than usual. I feel driven to overeat at mealtime and between meals. 7\. Weight\* I have not had a change in my weight. I've lost weight. I've gained weight. 7A. Decreased Weight (Within the Last 2 Weeks)\* I feel as if I have had a slight weight loss. I have lost 2 pounds or more. I have lost 5 pounds or more. 7A. Increased Weight (Within the Last 2 Weeks)\* I feel as if I have had a slight weight gain. I have gained 2 pounds or more. I have gained 5 pounds or more. 8\. Concentration/Decision Making\* There is no change in my usual capacity to concentrate or make decisions. I occasionally feel indecisive or find that my attention wanders. Most of the time I struggle to focus my attention or to make decisions. I cannot concentrate well enough to read or cannot even make minor decisions. 9\. View of Myself\* I see myself as equally worthwhile and deserving as other people. I am more self-blaming than usual. I largely believe that I cause problems for others. I think almost constantly about major and minor defects in my life. 10\. Thoughts of Death or Suicide\* I do not think of suicide or death. I feel that life is empty and wonder if it’s worth living. I think of suicide or death several times a week for several minutes. I think of suicide or death several times a day in some detail, or I have made specific plans for suicide or have actually tried to take my life. 11\. General Interest\* There is no change from usual in how interested I am in other people or activities. I notice that I am less interested in people or activities. I find I have interest in only one or two of my formerly pursued activities. I have virtually no interest in formerly pursued activities. 12\. Energy Level\* There is no change in my usual level of energy. I get tired more easily than usual. I have to make a big effort to start or finish my usual daily activities (for example, shopping, homework, cooking, or going to work). I really cannot carry out most of my usual daily activities because I just don’t have the energy. 13\. Feeling Restless\* I do not feel restless. I’m often fidgety, wringing my hands, or need to shift how I am sitting. I have impulses to move about and am quite restless. At times, I am unable to stay seated and need to pace around. 14\. Feeling Slowed Down\* I think, speak, and move at my usual rate of speed. I find that my thinking is slowed down or my voice sounds dull or flat. It takes me several seconds to respond to most questions and I am sure my thinking is slowed. I am often unable to respond to questions without extreme effort. Source: The Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology 16-Item Self-Report (QIDS–SR16), University of Pittsburgh, [http://www.ids-qids.org](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/depression-quiz) Original Citation: Rush, A.J., Giles, D.E., Schlesser, M.A., Fulton, C.L.,Weissenburger, J.E. and Burns, C.T. The Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology (IDS): Preliminary findings. Psychiatry Research, 18:65-87, 1986. *** ## Find Help 24/7 If you need help now, call or text [988](tel:988) or [chat online](https://988lifeline.org/) for 24-hour, free and confidential support from trained counselors. Sometimes people who are feeling depressed think about hurting themselves or dying. **If you or someone you know is having these feelings, get help now.** The [Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)](https://www.samhsa.gov/)—a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services—runs both crisis centers. For more information visit the [National Suicide Prevention Lifeline](https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) website. Para obtener asistencia en español durante las 24 horas, llame al [988](tel:988). *** ## Results You aren't having any major [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). If you’re feeling down, you may just be having a few bad days or mood changes if you recently stopped smoking. These feelings should go away in a few days. If you are concerned about your feelings or are still feeling sad after 2 weeks, you might want to talk to someone about how you're feeling. You have a few [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, these symptoms may not be changing your daily life, but you’re probably aware of them. You might start looking for ways to help your mood. ### Manage Your Mood You could try talking to friends, family, or your doctor. You also might keep track of your symptoms. You could write down how you are feeling or take this quiz every 1 or 2 days. If your score goes up, your mood worsens, or the symptoms are causing problems in your life, talk to your doctor and get help. How you're feeling now isn’t how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have some [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, these symptoms are likely causing problems in your daily life. These problems may be big, like making it hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You should get help right away. ### Find Help When you're feeling depressed, it can be hard to have energy to make a phone call. But having support from others can be helpful. Try talking to your doctor or a therapist. They can help you get treatment to deal with depression. You can also try telling family and friends how you’re feeling. How you’re feeling now isn't how you’ll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have many [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, the symptoms may be causing big problems in your daily life. It is probably very hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You may even feel like you’re carrying a heavy weight that makes it almost impossible to get through your day. ### Take This Seriously Even if you don't feel weighed down by your symptoms, try to do something about them as soon as possible. When you're feeling depressed, it can be hard to even do small things to take care of yourself. But you should call your doctor or a mental health professional today. And try to tell family and friends how you’re feeling. How you're feeling now isn't how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) You have very significant [symptoms of depression](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/understanding-depression). Right now, the symptoms may be causing you big problems in your daily life. It is probably very hard for you to take care of everyday activities and enjoy the things you usually do. You may even feel like you’re carrying a heavy weight that makes it almost impossible to get through your day. ### Get Help Right Away Even if you don't feel weighed down by your symptoms, it is important to do something about them right now. When you’re feeling depressed, it can be hard to even do small things to take care of yourself. But you should call your doctor or a mental health professional today. And try to tell family and friends how you’re feeling. How you're feeling now isn't how you'll always feel. People do get better. There are many good treatments for depression. ### Smoking and Mood: They're Linked It's common for smokers to use cigarettes to deal with emotions, but there are [healthier ways to deal](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/stress/coping-with-stress) with these situations. Then learn how to [boost your mood after you've quit.](https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/mood/boost-your-mood) *This quiz is not meant to tell you if you have major depression. This information does not take the place of seeing a mental health professional for a diagnosis.* ***