The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) is a self-screening tool designed to help identify signs and patterns that may be associated with mood disorders, including bipolar spectrum conditions. It asks about experiences such as changes in mood, energy, activity levels, and how these shifts may have affected your daily life.
The MDQ is a screening tool, not a diagnostic test. Its purpose is to give you a clearer picture of whether the mood changes you’ve noticed could be significant enough to discuss with a healthcare professional.
Completing the MDQ can help you:
- Reflect on your history of mood and energy changes.
- Recognize how these shifts may influence your work, relationships, or daily activities.
- Gather structured insights you can share with a healthcare provider if you choose to seek further evaluation.
How to Take the Test
- Read each item carefully and answer based on your lifetime experiences—not just recent weeks.
- Be as open and accurate as possible.
- Once you finish, your result will be displayed automatically.
Understanding Your Result
- Results with more reported symptoms suggest that mood-related challenges may be significant and worth discussing further with a professional.
- Results with fewer reported symptoms suggest that fewer signs of mood instability are present.
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