Educational use only. This tool organizes mood symptoms into a structured score. It does not diagnose depression, bipolar disorder, or any other condition.
If someone feels unsafe, has thoughts of self harm, or shows sudden severe mood changes, seek urgent human help immediately.
Screening Form
Formula Used
Depressive subscore = depressed mood + loss of interest + sleep change + fatigue + appetite change + concentration difficulty + guilt/hopelessness + psychomotor change.
Activation subscore = irritability + elevated energy with less sleep + racing thoughts + risky behavior.
Impact and safety subscore = functional impairment + safety concern.
Composite score = depressive subscore + activation subscore + impact and safety subscore.
Severity percent = (composite score ÷ 42) × 100.
Pattern rule uses threshold flags: depressive dominant at 10+, activation dominant at 6+, and mixed when both thresholds are met.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the basic screening details at the top.
- Score each symptom from 0 to 3 for the recent period.
- Submit the form to generate the composite score and chart.
- Review the severity band, pattern flag, and review priority.
- Download CSV or PDF for documentation or follow up discussion.
- Use the result to support, not replace, a licensed clinical assessment.
Example Data Table
| Case | Age | Weeks | Depressive | Activation | Impact/Safety | Total | Severity Band | Pattern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example A | 22 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 9 | Mild Concern | General Mood Symptom Pattern |
| Example B | 34 | 4 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 18 | Moderate Concern | Depressive Dominant Pattern |
| Example C | 29 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 21 | Moderate Concern | Mixed Mood Pattern Flag |
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does this tool diagnose a mood disorder?
No. It is an educational screening aid. Diagnosis requires a qualified clinician, detailed history, context, and sometimes repeated assessment over time.
2) What does a higher score mean?
A higher score means more symptoms, greater intensity, or greater impact. It suggests stronger need for timely follow up, not a confirmed diagnosis.
3) Why separate depressive and activation symptoms?
Different mood conditions can show low mood, elevated activation, or both. Separate subscores make the screening summary easier to interpret and discuss.
4) What if the safety item is above zero?
Treat that as urgent. Contact emergency services, a crisis line, or a licensed clinician immediately. Do not wait for a routine appointment.
5) Can this be used for teens or older adults?
It can organize symptoms, but age specific evaluation still matters. Clinical judgment is important because mood signs can present differently across age groups.
6) How often should screening be repeated?
Repeat it when symptoms change, during follow up, or after treatment adjustments. Consistent timing improves score comparison and trend review.
7) Why include functional impairment?
Symptoms matter most when they disrupt daily life. The impairment item adds context about work, home, study, and relationship functioning.
8) Can I export results for records?
Yes. The page includes CSV and PDF export buttons after scoring, which helps with documentation and follow up conversations.