DUMPS - Depression Unit Modal Possibility Styles

Instructions:

There are 9 questions. It is important to answer all 9 questions. Click on the answer that feels most appropriate for you. Your first impression is usually the most accurate.

There is no time limit. Begin when you are ready.

The dichotomous choice format

Check whether each statement is true or false for you.

  1. I have had thoughts of commiting suicide. True False
  2. I have trouble sleeping at night. True False
  3. My doctor has prescribed medication for depression. True False

The category format

Rate each item on a scale from 1 to 10, 1 being the least like you and 10 being the most like you.

  1. Sometimes I think the world would be a better place without me.

    1     2     3     4     5     6     7     8     9     10  

  2. I am usually an eager contributor to group discussions.

    1     2     3     4     5     6     7     8     9     10  

  3. I have very little energy or feel tired much of the time.

    1     2     3     4     5     6     7     8     9     10  

The Likert format

Please indicate how you feel about each statement.

  1. It is easy for me to get a good night's sleep.
    Highly Disagree Slightly Disagree Neutral Slightly Agree Highly Agree
  2. Counting on other people usually leads to disappointment.
    Highly Disagree Slightly Disagree Neutral Slightly Agree Highly Agree
  3. It is generally difficult to be cheerful about life.
    Highly Disagree Slightly Disagree Neutral Slightly Agree Highly Agree

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