This test / quiz is an interactive version of Deenz Suicidal Tendency Scale (DSTS-25) [1] designed to measure suicidal tendencies. The scale tries to assess five core dimensions of suicidal tendencies: Hopelessness, Helplessness, Worthlessness, Burden Perception, and Desire to Escape Pain. This Suicidal Test / Quiz is not intended for self-diagnosis and can not replace professional diagnosis. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, seek help immediately.
Over the years, our understanding suicidal tendencies has evolved. Modern psychology emphasizes on studding suicidal traits by assessing multidimensional factors. Psychologists believe that suicidal thoughts often arise in response to emotional pain and a strong sense of hopelessness. [2] It is not necessary that individuals with suicidal thoughts can only manifest clinical signs of depression. Some people try to hide their emotional struggles. Suicidal tendencies can result from various factors, including social, economic, and interpersonal issues. [3]
Deenz Suicidal Tendency Scale (DSTS-25), the main purpose of the scale is to measure suicidal tendencies and check whether or not an individual might have depression traits. In a case study, the scale demonstrated accuracy in measuring the severity and risk factors associated with intense emotional experiences and behaviors.
Having suicidal thoughts is not a mental health condition itself but can be a severe symptom of any treatable mental health condition, such as depression, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders, etc. [4]
Online quizzes and tests are not considered accurate. This self-assessment quiz is not designed to provide any type of medical advice, information provided is intended for educational purposes only. In 2019, Suicide was the 10th leading cause of death and it is estimated that 800,000 people around the world commit suicide every year. Early professional help and support may stop people from taking their lives. [5] This suicidal self-screening quiz may be helpful and the first step toward getting professional help. A high score does does not necessarily mean you might have depressive symptoms.
References
- Deen Mohd Dar. Development and Validation of the Deenz Suicidal Tendency Scale (DSTS-24) in a College Student Population: A Comprehensive Psychometric Evaluation. ScienceOpen Preprints. 2024. DOI: 10.14293/PR2199.000816.v1 ↩
- Kleiman, E. M., & Nock, M. K. (2018). Real-time assessment of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Current Opinion in Psychology, 22, 33-37. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.copsyc.2017.07.026 ↩
- Hom MA, Stanley IH “Are you having thoughts of suicide?” Examining experiences with disclosing and denying suicidal ideation. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.22440 ↩
- Nyer and others “Factors that distinguish college students with depressive symptoms with and without suicidal thoughts.” https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3791316/ ↩
- Suicide – An overview of statistics for suicide. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide ↩