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Are Online Mental Health Quizzes Accurate?
Online mental health quizzes are everywhere, and now AI tools like ChatGPT will even tell you that you have a diagnosis. Most of these internet quizzes aren’t validated, however, and an AI output is not a medical opinion. In this article, I separate entertainment from evidence, highlight the validated screening tools clinicians actually use, like the PHQ-9, GAD-7, MDQ, ASRS, PCL-5, AUDIT, and more, and show you how to use them safely as a starting point, not a diagnosis. You’ll see what each screen measures, common pitfalls (false positives, comorbidities, score misuse), and exactly when to take results to a qualified professional. If you want clarity, skip the gimmicks and…