Bipolar Disorder Screening Test
This bipolar self-assessment is based on a scientifically backed bipolar screening tool which covers the most common symptoms. This test is for educational purposes only. It does not provide a medical diagnosis that may help you decide whether seeking assessment and treatment for bipolar disorder would be helpful.
3 to 5 minutes · Mood Disorder Questionnaire · Instant results
Disclaimer
This test is not a diagnostic tool. It's designed as a screening and educational tool, not a substitute for medical advice. If symptoms persist, worsen, or you feel unsafe, contact a qualified professional, your local emergency number, or a mental health helpline. You can call 988 in the US and Canada, and 111 or 116 123 in the UK.
Key Takeaways
Screening questions take 3 to 5 minutes
Evaluates symptoms related to mania and hypomania
Scoring is based on the Mood Disorder Questionnaire
Results are not a medical diagnosis
Repeat the test to track changes
Test results can overlap with anxiety symptoms
Screening focuses on patterns of symptoms over time and assesses the impact of symptoms on life
How the Assessment Works
- 1Answer Questions
Answer 20 questions with some demographic information followed by the bipolar questionnaire about symptoms related to bipolar disorder and their impact on functioning. - 2Get Results
Once you enter your email address your responses are scored based on the Mood Disorder Questionnaire, a widely used bipolar assessment tool. - 3Know Next Steps
Understand what your scores mean and decide whether you should seek a more complete bipolar assessment or professional evaluation.
FAQ
Reviewed by
Expert Board Member
Reviewer's statement
This screen highlights episodic mood energy shifts that may suggest bipolar spectrum conditions. It is useful for prompting timely psychiatric review—especially when sleep need drops, activity surges, or impulsivity cluster with depression—but cannot replace mood history, collateral, and medication review from a specialist.
Written by
Erin Gillespie
Last updated
References and research
11 sourcesThe World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry guidelines for biological treatment of bipolar disorders
World Psychiatry, 2021
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