Depression Quiz | University Hospitals

1. Which of these behaviors is a symptom of depression?

A. Cynicism B. Unexplained aggression C. Loss of interest in all things D. Rapid mood swings

2. Depression can occur at which age?

A. 20 to 30 B. 30 to 40 C. 40 to 50 D. All of the above

3. Which of these should you not do if you're depressed?

A. Be in a supportive relationship B. Exercise C. Make major decisions D. All of the above

4. Which of these are signs your depression is severe enough to need professional help?

A. Trouble focusing or remembering things B. Constant fatigue or listlessness C. A feeling of the "blues" that doesn't go away D. All of the above

5. How should you respond to a person who has depression?

A. Be upbeat B. Listen C. Encourage the person to spend time alone D. Spend time with the person but don’t talk about the depression

6. Which of these things will do more harm than good when you are trying to help someone who has depression?

A. Offering solutions B. Planning fun activities C. Overanalyzing the problem D. A and C

7. Good nutrition may improve your state of mind. Which of these vitamins may help ease depressed moods?

A. Vitamin C B. Vitamin B-12 C. Vitamin A D. Vitamin E

8. Depression and other mood disorders cost the U.S. how much in lost work time?

A. Thousands of dollars B. Millions of dollars C. Billions of dollars D. Trillions of dollars