Online screening test for depression in the elderly – Instant resultsby Vikas Prabhav Reading Time: < 1 minute The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), first created by Yesavage, et al., has been tested and used extensively with the older population. Answer the following questions based on how you have been feeling for the past week. The screening tests and other psychological self-tests provided on the thevividmind.org website are intended for educational purposes only and should not be understood to constitute a medical diagnosis or healthcare recommendation. Do not diagnose yourself based on these tests alone. If you screened positive for a disorder, please do not panic. Remember that this is just a test you are taking on the internet and not an expert diagnosis. Please reach out to a health care provider for help if you are distressed. Source: http://www.stanford.edu/~yesavage/GDS.html By clicking next, you agree to the terms and conditions mentioned in our privacy policy. Are you basically satisfied with your life? Yes No Have you dropped many of your activities and interests? Yes No Do you feel that your life is empty? Yes No Do you often get bored? Yes No Are you in good spirits most of the time? Yes No Are you afraid that something bad is going to happen to you? Yes No Do you feel happy most of the time? Yes No Do you often feel helpless? Yes No Do you prefer to stay at home, rather than going out and doing new things? Yes No Do you feel you have more problems with memory than most? Yes No Do you think it is wonderful to be alive now? Yes No Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now? Yes No Do you feel full of energy? Yes No Do you feel that your situation is hopeless? Yes No Do you think that most people are better off than you are? Yes No Your new question! Why are you taking this test? Gender Male Female Other How old are you? What do you do? 1 out of 4 Please enter your e-mail to receive you results via e-mail Time's up