The postpartum period is one of the most dramatic periods of physical and mental change in a woman's life. Rapid fluctuations in hormone levels, frequent sleep interruptions, the psychological stress of changing roles, and feelings of uncertainty about self-worth and the future can all have a profound impact on emotional states. At this stage, it is not uncommon to experience depression, fatigue, anxiety, self-blame, or loss of interest . However, some people may be experiencing varying degrees of depression, which they find difficult to accurately detect.
Postpartum mood and depression in-depth self-assessment test
This test is designed to help postpartum women systematically evaluate recent changes in mood and mental state , and conduct self-observation from multiple dimensions closely related to depression, including but not limited to:
- Feelings of depression and sadness
- Expectations for life and the future
- Self-blame, guilt and self-evaluation
- Energy, fatigue and work ability
- Sleep quality and changes in routine
- Appetite, weight and body feelings
- Decreased interest (including social and intimate relationships)
- Frequency of thoughts related to self-harm
Unlike the well-known Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) , this test is not used to quickly screen for depression risk, but is a more detailed self-assessment tool for depression status . It not only focuses on the emotional experience itself, but also includes common cognitive changes and physical reactions in depressive states, thereby helping you to more fully understand the psychological burden you are currently experiencing.
What needs special explanation is:
Postpartum women often experience symptoms such as fatigue, lack of sleep, or decreased energy. These reactions in themselves are not equivalent to depression. This test does not simply regard a certain physical discomfort as a 'psychological problem', but uses a comprehensive assessment of multiple dimensions to determine whether these changes have formed a sustained and systematic tendency to depression .
The results of this test can be used for:
- Help you understand your emotional state more clearly
- Determine whether the current psychological pressure has exceeded the scope of self-regulation
- Provide a reference basis for whether further professional help is needed
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE:
This test is a self-assessment tool for mental status . It does not constitute a medical diagnosis and cannot replace the evaluation of a psychiatric or psychological professional. If the test results indicate a moderate or higher risk of depression, or you have an obvious sense of helplessness or thoughts of self-harm, please be sure to seek help from a doctor, psychological counselor, or a reliable social support system as soon as possible.
Depression is not weakness or failure.
In such a highly physically and mentally demanding period after childbirth, paying attention to your own mental health is an important step to be responsible for yourself and your child .
Who is suitable to take this postpartum depression test?
This test is especially valuable if you meet any of the following conditions:
- Completed EPDS Standard Edition but still feel confused or uneasy
- Emotional problems begin to affect sleep, life, or self-evaluation
- I feel that “it’s not just that I’m in a bad mood, but that my whole person is being held back.”
- Want to have a more comprehensive understanding of your current postpartum psychological state
- Are considering whether to need professional psychological support, but still hesitant
Start testing
Test instructions: Click the 'Start Test' button below to enter the evaluation . This test is a mental health screening and self-assessment tool and cannot replace clinical diagnosis by a professional doctor.
Please answer based on your overall experience since giving birth, not just your current state. Please choose the one that is closest to your reality without overthinking or discussing it with others.
If your test results indicate medium to high risk, or you have had any thoughts related to self-harm, disappearance, or extreme despair during the answer process, please be sure to take these signals seriously and seek professional help as soon as possible .
Completing this test is not to label yourself, but to let you know more clearly: where you need the most support now.
