Terms of Use
Last updated: May 27, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing DepressionScreener.com you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please do not use the site.
2. Not Medical Advice
This site is for informational and educational purposes only. The PHQ-9 is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument. Results do not constitute a clinical diagnosis and do not replace professional medical or mental health advice. If you are in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm, call or text 988 (US Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741, or go to your nearest emergency room.
3. Permitted Use
You may use this site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Scraping, copying, or reproducing content without permission is prohibited.
4. Intellectual Property
All site content, design, and code are owned by DepressionScreener.com and protected by applicable intellectual property laws. The PHQ-9 itself is in the public domain (developed with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. and freely available for clinical use).
5. Third-Party Links
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6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation, nor that the screening tool will accurately reflect your condition.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, DepressionScreener.com is not liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising from your use of this site, including any decision made or not made based on its content.
8. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
9. Contact
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