Storm
There is a storm in your mind. You likely feel depressed nearly every day, find daily activities difficult, and may have significant changes in sleep and appetite. With a PHQ-9 score of 15-19, this is moderately severe depression. This is NOT your fault. Depression is a treatable condition. We strongly recommend seeing a mental health professional.
Your Mind Weather
Thunderstorm
A fierce storm is raging. But every storm passes. Professional help can be your umbrella.
Key Traits
Storm
High level of depression, professional help needed
See a Professional
Visit a counselor or psychiatrist
You Are Not Alone
Asking for help takes courage
Persistent Lethargy
Daily activities feel overwhelming
Sleep Changes
Cannot sleep or sleeping too much
📊 PHQ-9 Severity Spectrum
Strengths
- ✓Completed the assessment despite intense pain
- ✓Seeking help is itself a great act of courage
- ✓Recovery is entirely possible
- ✓Your sensitivity can become a strength
- ✓Professional treatment can bring significant improvement
Watch Out
- !Maintaining daily life is very difficult
- !Self-deprecating thoughts may intensify
- !Physical symptoms (pain, indigestion) may accompany
- !Social isolation may deepen
- !Improvement is difficult without professional help
⚗️ Neurotransmitter Balance
Significant neurotransmitter imbalance detected. Professional treatment can help
Burnout or Depression?
They look similar, but have different causes and solutions
4-Axis Analysis
Relationships
Relationships may feel extremely difficult right now. A single phone call may feel like an insurmountable wall. This is not selfishness — depression has taken almost all your social energy. Right now, just saying "I am struggling" to one trusted person is enough.
🌈 Recovery Forecast
With professional treatment + medication, most people improve significantly within 6 months
Target: 🌤️
Recommended Activities
Art/Music Therapy
Art Therapy
Autobiography/Essay Writing
Writing
Volunteering
Social Contribution
Gardening/Nature Activities
Healing/Nature
Management Guide
The most important thing now is to get professional help. Combining medication and psychotherapy is most effective. Modern antidepressants are safe and effective. What you can do right now: call a nearby psychiatry clinic to make an appointment. That one call is the start of recovery.
Personalized Self-Care Guide
See a Specialist
Consult a psychiatrist. Combined medication and therapy is most effective.
Consider Medication
Modern antidepressants are safe and effective. Effects typically appear after 2-4 weeks.
Reach Out in Crisis
Call a crisis helpline anytime you need support. You are not alone.
Notable Figures
Yoon Jong-shin
Singer (Shared depression treatment experience)
Lee Ha-neul
Singer (Overcame depression after loss)
Vincent van Gogh
Painter (Created masterpieces amidst severe depression)
FAQ
PHQ-9 score 15-19, do I need medication?
Are antidepressants addictive?
How do I tell my family?
Crisis Resources
Mental Health Crisis Line
1393
Suicide Prevention Line
1577-0199