Beck Depression Inventory-II Calculator
Answer the statements above.

About the Inventory

The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) is a 21-item self-report questionnaire widely used by psychologists and medical professionals. Each item describes a common symptom of depression—such as sadness, pessimism, or loss of appetite—with four statements ranging from “not present” to “severe.” Scores for each item range from 0 to 3 and summing them gives a total from 0 to 63. Higher scores reflect more pronounced depressive symptoms.

How It Helps

The BDI-II is designed for adults and adolescents aged 13 or older. While it does not provide a formal diagnosis, it offers a standardized way to evaluate mood over the past two weeks and guide further discussion with a mental health professional. Typical cutoffs categorize 0–13 as minimal depression, 14–19 mild, 20–28 moderate, and 29–63 severe.

Instructions

Read each statement and select the option that best reflects how you have been feeling recently. After answering all 21 items, click the Calculate button to see your score and the corresponding severity category. Remember that online assessments are not a substitute for professional care.

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