Am I Suicidal or Depressed? Quiz

If you are currently finding yourself to be unmotivated, experiencing suicidal thoughts, tired, lacking interest in life, or experiencing other symptoms of depression, take our depression self-test below. Our depression quiz is designed to help you recognize common symptoms of depression and flag suicidal thoughts, so you’ll be better equipped to understand the mental health problems and find resources. AMFM Mental Health Treatment has over a decade of experience providing therapy for a wide variety of mental health disorders.

 

Disclaimer: If you are actively struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideation, call a mental healthcare professional immediately or call 1-800-950-nami.

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Depression/Suicidal Ideation Self-Test

The AMFM Mental Health Treatment team understands that Clinical Depression can be exhausting in daily life and seeking help can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through this mental health journey alone; take the first step and reach out today.

Clinical Tests for Depression

DSM-5 Criteria for Major Depressive Disorder

The DSM-5 is a clinical index that includes many mental health diagnoses. According to the DSM-5, an individual must be experiencing at least five of the following symptoms during the same two week period.1
  • Depressed mood
  • Loss of interest/pleasure
  • Weight loss or gain
  • Insomnia or hypersomnia
  • Psychomotor agitation or retardation
  • Fatigue
  • Feeling worthless or excessive/inappropriate guilt
  • Decreased concentration
  • Thoughts of death/suicide

Beck’s Depression Inventory

Beck’s Depression inventory is a screening tool used by the medical community to evaluate the level of risk/intensity of one’s depression. You can score yourself between 0-3 for each question, and at the end of the form, once you add up the values, the score can help you to validate and understand the level of depression from normal ups and downs to extreme depression.2

Patient Health Questionnaires

The PHQ-9 & PHQ-2 are additional tools used to self-test and screen for mental health conditions and depression. These questionnaires incorporate “DSM-IV depression criteria with other leading major depressive symptoms into a brief self-report instruments that are commonly used for screening and diagnosis, as well as selecting and monitoring treatment.3” If you or your loved one are looking for depression treatment or mental health programming, contact our friendly admissions team today to get started.

More About Depression

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a mood disorder that is known for causing persistent sadness, a loss of interest in pleasurable activities, and a range of other emotional and physical symptoms. Symptoms of depression can affect your daily routine, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Individuals who find themselves struggling with helplessness, hopelessness and isolation often benefit from comprehensive mental health treatment. A Mission For Michael has multiple behavioral health centers that offer whole-person care located in California, Washington, and Virginia. Our treatment programs blend the use of traditional and holistic treatment methods to provide optimal care.

We provide treatment for a range of mental health disorders, including dual diagnosis conditions. Your treatment journey will begin with a comprehensive depressive assessment so that we can understand the full scope of your depression symptoms. From there, we can review your depression treatment options and help you get the care you need. Continue reading for more information regarding the causes of depression, and how treatment can help you overcome depression.

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Signs of Suicidal Behavior

People at risk of suicidal behavior tend to display certain warning signs prior to a suicide attempt. If you or someone you love is displaying the following behaviors, it may be time to reach out for professional clinical help, or to develop a safety plan:

  • Talking about wanting to die, no longer wanting to live, or a lack of purpose or interest
  • Feelings of hopelessness, extreme guilt and shame, drastic lows and emotional pain
  • Actions of making plans or researching ways to die, withdrawing from friends, family members and loved ones, engaging in self-harm, giving away important items of sentimental value, taking extreme and dangerous risks, drastic mood swings4


Help us to help you; if you’re currently experiencing thoughts of suicide or know people at risk of suicidal ideation, you can
reach out to us at our 24/7 mental health hotline today.

CDC’s Suicide Prevention Strategies

The CDC has shared some fact sheets surrounding suicide rates, suicide prevention strategies, risk factors and protective factors. Individual, Relationship, Community, and Societal Protective Factors outline support systems that can help reduce suicide rates by incorporating access to mental health care and conversations. They also outline seven strategies for suicide prevention in a video series here:5
  1. Strengthen economic supports
  2. Create protective environments
  3. Improve access and delivery of suicide care
  4. Promote healthy connections
  5. Teach coping and problem-solving skills
  6. Identify and support people at risk
  7. Lessens harms and prevent future risk (Postvention)

Suicide Prevention Programs

AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers residential, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs for people at risk. If you’re interested in mental health programming for adults and adolescents, don’t hesitate to reach out today.

National Mental Health Hotline Numbers

If you are in need of immediate emotional help, national mental health crisis response helplines offer confidential assistance regardless of where you are. These hotlines are staffed by professionals ready to provide 24/7 mental health assistance. They provide critical support and resources, ensuring you can access help whenever you need it, no matter your location.

AMFM Mental Health Program

If you’re seeking mental health support or depression treatment, consider reaching out to AMFM Mental Health Treatment. Our team has a 24/7 call center ready to provide the help you need. Contact us today to learn more about our nearby emotional crisis intervention programs and mental health crisis services, and begin your path to better days. Additionally, our team can connect you with the national suicide prevention lifeline if necessary.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you’re in need of immediate support, the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is here for you. Call 988 or text the crisis text line at 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor who can provide help and support. The suicide prevention and crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day via phone call or text, in English and Spanish. The federally-mandated crisis number 988 was made available in 2022 to all landline and cell phone users at no charge. Visit 988lifeline.org‌ for more information.

1-800-950-nami

The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a national helpline with support services available via text, phone call, or online chat. The NAMI Helpline is a confidential support line that is available Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ET, and is free of cost. If you are looking to find help, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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Depression Treatment Options

Inpatient Treatment for Depression

Inpatient Treatment for Depression refers to residential, or live-in mental health care programming in a facility. Inpatient treatment allows you or your loved one to engage in interpersonal therapy with licensed therapists and group therapy sessions, while healing in a safe and supportive environment. Inpatient mental health programming for depression usually also provides the highest level of care, with 24/7 clinical care, psychiatry and medication management, and personalized treatment plans for lasting well-being.

Outpatient Treatment for Depression

Outpatient Treatment (IOP or PHP) programs offer comprehensive mental health care at a more flexible schedule, with both in-person and virtual options available. Unlike residential care, outpatient treatment can offer online therapy and programming, but without 24/7 clinical teams on staff. Outpatient treatment plans still offer a combination of individual and group therapy, through a holistic approach, but in a less structured environment.

If you have been struggling with one or more of the depression symptoms we have mentioned, know that you’re not alone. A Mission For Michael has admission counselors available around the clock to help determine which treatment options can assist you in managing depression. Contact us today to begin your confidential and free mental health assessment.

What Are Different Types of Depressive Disorders?

Depression can present differently among those experiencing depressive symptoms. There are several types of depressive disorders, each of which have their own features and recommended treatments. While this is not an exhaustive list of mental health depression conditions, it does highlight some of the most common:

  • Bipolar Disorder (Bipolar Depression)
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
  • Psychotic Depression

Does Health Insurance Cover Treatment for Depression Disorder Near Me?

Yes, most health insurance companies provide some form of coverage for depression treatment. This often includes both inpatient and outpatient care, depending on your symptoms. Coverage generally applies to therapy, counseling, and medication management services. Your plan may have limitations, exclusions, or required authorizations.

We encourage you to verify your coverage with AMFM Mental Health Treatment to understand the full scope of your benefits. This is especially true if you’re looking for specific treatments, like postpartum depression treatments or persistent depressive disorder treatment options.

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What is Depression Treatment Like?

In a mental health treatment center, the day-to-day may vary depending upon your diagnoses and personalized treatment plan, but it will often consist of some combination of individual therapy sessions, group therapy sessions, psychiatry services (like antidepressants), and more. AMFM Mental Health Treatment combines holistic and evidence-based mental health services in order to help each person overcome their particular obstacles and mental health conditions with a fresh toolkit of skills.

Group Therapy

Group therapy sessions can be used to help provide structured times to help you understand that you are not alone in your struggles, offering peer support, and the reminder that others are also walking through these challenges. At the same time, groups provide guidance from qualified mental health professionals, with suggestions and communication from psychologists with specialized backgrounds. These groups can span a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to art therapy, somatic therapy, and narrative therapy.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that’s focused on restructuring and reprogramming maladaptive and negative thought processes. Psychologists are trained to help adults and young adults change their cognitive and emotional processes in order to outgrow maladaptive coping mechanisms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is most commonly referred to as “talk therapy,” and is designed to help process emotions. Qualified professionals offer psychological therapy to move forward with healthy ways of engaging in interpersonal relationships and alleviating physical and emotional distress.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

EMDR Therapy is a renowned method of reprocessing most often used in trauma therapy. By activating the prefrontal cortex through a series of bilateral stimulation, qualified professionals can lead you through traumatic experiences, helping you to alleviate the distress symptomized by trauma.

Crisis Intervention and Stabilization Services

A crisis is defined by the National Library of Medicine “as an overwhelming life event, which can include divorce, violence, the passing of a loved one, or the discovery of a serious illness.”6 The goal of crisis intervention is to provide safety and reduce any potential harm to an individual undergoing a crisis.

Family Therapy

AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers family therapy through virtual family support groups that provide family members with a dedicated time to engage in supportive and constructive interactions, fostering stronger relationships, and enhancing the overall treatment experience. Recovery takes a village, and it’s often helpful for family members to be involved in behavioral growth.

Additional Mental Health Disorders and Conditions for Treatment

AMFM Mental Health Treatment has extensive experience treating a variety of mental health disorders beyond depression through evidence-based therapies, including but not limited to the following:

 

  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Mood Disorders
  • Psychosis 
  • Schizophrenia
  • Panic Attacks

 

Recovery can feel isolating; mental health programming can provide cohesive treatment plans to help you or your loved one as you move forward.

“DSM-5 Criteria for Major Depressive Disorder.” MDCalc, https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/10195/dsm-5-criteria-major-depressive-disorder#when-to-use. Accessed 12 April 2025. Beck’s Depression Inventory, https://www.ismanet.org/doctoryourspirit/pdfs/Beck-Depression-Inventory-BDI.pdf. Accessed 12 April 2025. “Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9 & PHQ-2).” American Psychological Association, https://www.apa.org/pi/about/publications/caregivers/practice-settings/assessment/tools/patient-health. Accessed 12 April 2025. “Warning Signs of Suicide – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).” National Institute of Mental Health, https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/warning-signs-of-suicide. Accessed 11 April 2025. CDC. (2022). Suicide Prevention Resource for Action: A Compilation of the Best Available Evidence. Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/pdf/preventionresource.pdf MA, Carlberg K. “Crisis Intervention – StatPearls.” NCBI, 24 April 2023, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559081/. Accessed 20 February 2025.