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Is My Child Depressed? Take This Quiz to Find Out

mother sits next to her teenage daughter on the couch and touches her hair affectionately while wondering is my child depressed?

Is Your Child Struggling Emotionally?

A Quick Quiz for Caring Parents

This short quiz can help you notice signs your child might be struggling emotionally. It’s not a diagnosis—just a helpful tool. If you’re concerned, HillsidesCares offers a depression treatment program in Los Angeles to support you and your family.

Instructions

Answer each question based on your child’s recent behavior. At the end, total your points to view your result.

Quiz Questions with Points

Is Your Child Struggling Emotionally?

Have you noticed your child seeming sad or down more often than usual?
Does your child seem to lose interest in things they used to enjoy?
Has your child been more irritable or cranky lately?
How is your child’s energy level lately?
Has your child had trouble sleeping (too much or too little)?
Have you noticed a change in their appetite?
Is your child withdrawing from friends or family?
Has your child expressed feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or guilt?
How are your child’s grades or school performance lately?
Has your child talked about not wanting to be around anymore or mentioned self-harm?
How often is your child having emotional outbursts or crying spells?
Have you noticed your child struggling to focus, make decisions, or remember things?
Has your child mentioned feeling bored, empty, or like nothing matters?
Has there been a recent major life change (like a move, divorce, loss, or bullying)?
How concerned are you about your child’s emotional health?