Online platforms such as Mental Health America (MHA) offer a variety of free and confidential mental health screenings, allowing you to learn more about yourself and connecting you with further resources.
MHA is a leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental illness, and ensuring access to care and support for all. It focuses on early identification, education, advocacy, and resources to help individuals live mentally healthy lives.
Some of the individual tests include topics such as:
- Depression
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- OCD
- Bipolar
- Addiction
- Eating Disorders
- PTSD
These tests do not provide a diagnosis, however, they provide information and guidance on your journey to seeking support. MHA can help you find a provider, connect with others, and research potential treatment options.
Additionally, the Heels Care Network has launched a confidential online self-assessment tool to help individuals learn more about their mental health. Users can anonymously complete a brief set of questions and receive individualized feedback along with links to supportive resources based on their answers.
This tool serves as an informational guide, connecting users with available on-campus and community supports, reminding them that help is always within reach.
The screening begins with questions about the user and any history of mental health conditions, followed by sections addressing:
- Anxiety and depression
- Suicidal thoughts
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance use
- Eating disorders
Although the self-assessment does not provide a formal diagnosis, it offers insight, guidance, and resources to help users better understand their experiences and consider the next steps toward support.
For professional evaluation and care:
- Carolina students can schedule an initial assessment with CAPS to explore their needs and discuss personalized options with a mental health professional.
- Non-students are encouraged to connect with a therapist or healthcare provider for further support.
Access a confidential online self-assessment to learn more about your specific mental health needs.