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Major Depression Inventory (MDI)

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The <strong>Major Depression Inventory (MDI)</strong> is a widely used self-report screening instrument developed to assess symptoms commonly associated with depressive disorders and emotional distress.
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The MDI focuses on mood symptoms, loss of interest, fatigue, guilt, hopelessness, concentration difficulties, restlessness, slowed behavior, sleep problems, and appetite changes commonly experienced during depressive episodes.
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The questionnaire was designed to evaluate both the severity and frequency of depressive symptoms while supporting clinical screening, research, and mental health assessment settings.
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<h4>Psychological Domains Measured</h4>
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<strong>Depressed Mood</strong>
<span>Measures sadness, emotional distress, low mood, and reduced emotional well-being.</span>
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<strong>Loss of Interest</strong>
<span>Measures reduced enjoyment, emotional disengagement, and loss of interest in daily activities.</span>
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<strong>Fatigue and Low Energy</strong>
<span>Measures tiredness, exhaustion, low motivation, and reduced emotional and physical energy.</span>
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<strong>Self-Confidence</strong>
<span>Measures self-esteem, confidence, and feelings of personal adequacy or self-worth.</span>
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<strong>Guilt and Self-Blame</strong>
<span>Measures guilt, self-criticism, negative self-evaluation, and feelings of personal failure.</span>
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<strong>Hopelessness and Suicidal Thoughts</strong>
<span>Measures hopelessness, feelings that life lacks value, and thoughts related to death or self-harm.</span>
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<strong>Concentration Difficulties</strong>
<span>Measures focus problems, distractibility, and difficulties maintaining attention.</span>
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<strong>Restlessness</strong>
<span>Measures agitation, internal tension, nervous energy, and inability to remain calm.</span>
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<strong>Psychomotor Slowing</strong>
<span>Measures slowed thinking, reduced movement, low responsiveness, and behavioral slowing.</span>
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<strong>Sleep Difficulties</strong>
<span>Measures insomnia, nighttime sleep disruption, and difficulty maintaining healthy sleep patterns.</span>
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<strong>Reduced Appetite</strong>
<span>Measures appetite loss, reduced eating motivation, and decreased food intake.</span>
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<strong>Increased Appetite</strong>
<span>Measures increased eating behavior, emotional eating, and appetite elevation.</span>
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The MDI is commonly used in psychology, psychiatry, healthcare, research, and mood disorder screening settings. The questionnaire is intended as a screening instrument and should not be used as a standalone diagnostic tool.
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This questionnaire is designed to be completed by adults and adolescents based on their recent emotional and psychological experiences.

Participants select the response option that best describes how frequently they have experienced each symptom or emotional difficulty.

The assessment focuses on depressive symptoms, emotional well-being, motivation, concentration, sleep, appetite, and psychological distress during recent functioning.

This assessment is intended for educational, screening, and research purposes only.

Results should not be considered a clinical diagnosis or substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric, or medical evaluation.

Individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, hopelessness, suicidal thoughts, or major impairment in daily functioning are strongly encouraged to seek support from a qualified mental health professional or healthcare provider.

Responses are scored according to symptom frequency and severity.

Higher scores generally indicate stronger depressive symptoms, emotional distress, fatigue, concentration difficulties, hopelessness, and mood-related impairment.

The MDI is commonly used as a screening tool to help identify individuals who may benefit from additional psychological or psychiatric evaluation.

Have you felt low in spirits or sad?

Have you lost interest in your daily activities?

Have you felt lacking in energy and strength?

Have you felt less self-confident?

Have you had a bad conscience or feelings of guilt?

Have you felt that life wasn’t worth living?

Have you had difficulty in concentrating?

Have you felt very restless?

Have you felt subdued or slowed down?

Have you had trouble sleeping at night?

Have you suffered from reduced appetite?

Have you suffered from increased appetite?