A PROJECT REPORT ON

Enhancing Mental Health Assessment through Machine Learning

SUBMITTED TO
Maharaja Manindra Chandra College
(Affiliated to the University Of Calcutta)
FOR THE PARTIAL FULFILLMENT FOR B. Sc. DEGREE
by

Ankita Ghosh
Registration No. – 211-1211-0406-21 Roll No. – 213211-11-0021

Labanya Thakur
Registration No. – 211-1211-1075-21 Roll No. – 213211-11-0039
Department of Computer Science
Maharaja Manindra Chandra College

UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF

Mrs. Monali Poddar

Assistant Professor
Department of Computer science
Maharaja Manindra Chandra College
University Of Calcutta
2024

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 DECLARATION

We, Ankita Ghosh and Labanya Thakur, hereby declare that

this project ―Enhancing Mental Health Assessment through
Advanced Analytics‖, submitted for the partial fulfilment of
the degree of bachelors in Computer Science to Maharaja
Manindra Chandra College (Affiliated to the University of
Calcutta). It is a record of our authentic piece of work
carried out by us. No other copy has been submitted for any
other degree or equivalent elsewhere and is entirely our
original work. Project embodies the result of our own work
and will provide useful knowledge.

(Ankita Ghosh)

Date –
Place - (Labanya Thakur)

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 CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the work embodied in this project “Enhancing

Mental Health Assessment through Machine Learning” has been
carried out by Ankita Ghosh (Registration No. – 211-1211-0406-21, Roll
No. – 213211-11-0021) and Labanya Thakur (Registration No. – 211-
1211-1075-21, Roll No. – 213211-11-0039) of Department of Computer
science, Maharaja Manindra Chandra College (Affiliated to the University
of Calcutta), Kolkata – 700 003, from 12th March, 2024 to 30th June, 2024
under my supervision. Their contribution to the project has been
remarkable and greatly valued. During this investigation they have learnt
Machine Learning, Python and applied them independently. I have
observed their punctuality and unwavering diligence throughout the
tenure. I wish their all the success for their upcoming bright future.

Supervisor
Date: Mrs. Monali Poddar
Assistant Professor
Department of Computer science
Maharaja Manindra Chandra College

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

At the very start, we would like to acknowledge that this period has been a
period of intensive learning both on professional and personal level.
First of all, we would like to thank Mrs. Monali Poddar, Assistant
Professor, Department of Computer science, Maharaja Manindra Chandra
College, for helping us in completing this internal project a success.
Again, we would like to thank her for her continuous support throughout
the project tenure as our supervisor. She was always there to guide and
help us whenever we had any problem relating our project, she constantly
guided and steered us always in the right direction.
Further, we would also like to express our sincere gratitude to Our Teacher
in Charge, Dr. Amita Mazumdar ,for her support, blessings and well
wishes. Also express our heartful gratitude to other faculty members of
Department of Computer Science, Maharaja Manindra Chandra College,
for encouraging us for this project work.
Finally, we would like thank our family for constantly supporting us as
well as for always being there as a source of strength in making this
project how today it is.

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 ABSTRACT
In today's fast-paced world, mental health assessment and management
are increasingly vital. This project presents a web-based platform designed
for individuals to assess their mental well-being through structured
questionnaires. Users begin by signing in with basic demographic details:
name, age, and gender. Upon authentication, users complete two standard
assessments: the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) and
the Patient Health Questionnaire 9-item scale (PHQ-9). These widely used
questionnaires gauge the severity of anxiety and depression symptoms,
respectively. The collected responses undergo evaluation using the
Random Forest machine learning algorithm. This advanced analytical
approach is employed to generate personalized scores based on the
questionnaire answers. The scores reflect the severity levels of anxiety and
depression symptoms, providing users with actionable insights into their
mental health status. Privacy and confidentiality are prioritized throughout
the platform's design and implementation. Stringent data protection
measures ensure that user information remains secure and anonymous. By
leveraging machine learning, this project aims to enhance mental health
awareness and empower individuals to monitor their well-being
proactively. The platform's results are intended to guide users towards
appropriate interventions, whether through self-care strategies or
professional assistance, thereby promoting overall mental well-being in the
community. Future plans include expanding the platform to incorporate a
broader range of psychometric tests, catering to diverse mental health
needs globally. We also plan on making the project web based as this
provides an easier access to people all over the globe.

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 List of Figure

NUMBER TITLE PAGE

NUMBERS
Fig.1 PROCESS OF MACHINE LEARNING
Fig.2 WORK FLOW DIAGRAM OF MODEL
Fig.3 ANACONDA NAVIGATOR
Fig.4 IMPLEMENTATION FLOWCHART

List of Abbreviations

Abbreviations Full Form

GAD-7 Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7
PHQ-9 Patient Health Questionnaire 9
DSM-IV Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders Fourth Edition
BDI Beck Depression Inventory
SPIN Social Phobia Inventory
IT Information Technology
AI Artificial Intelligence
EHR Electronic Health Records
ML Machine Learning
NaN Not a Number
SVM Support Vector Machine
GUI Graphical User Interface
IDE Integrated Development Environment
SQL Structured Query Language
VS code Visual Studio Code
I/O Input Output

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 Table of Contents

SL.NO TITLE PAGE NO.

1 INTRODUCTION
2 PREPARING THE DATASET
3 LITERATURE REVIEW
4 OBJECTIVE
5 METHODOLOGY
6 PROJECT REQUIREMENT
7 SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION
8 IMPLEMENTATION
9 RESULT AND DISCUSSSION
10 CONCLUSION
11 REFERENCES

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 INTRODUCTION
Mental health is integral to daily life as it influences emotional stability,
cognitive functioning, and interpersonal relationships. It directly impacts one's
ability to manage stress, make decisions, and maintain productive routines. Good
mental health contributes to overall well-being, enhancing resilience, and
enabling individuals to navigate challenges effectively. It fosters positive social
interactions, supports physical health, and plays a crucial role in achieving
personal fulfilment and satisfaction. Prioritizing mental health promotes a
balanced and fulfilling life, ensuring individuals can thrive in their personal and
professional pursuits.
Mental health is integral to daily life as it influences emotional stability,
cognitive functioning, and interpersonal relationships. It directly impacts one's
ability to manage stress, make decisions, and maintain productive routines. Good
mental health contributes to overall well-being, enhancing resilience, and
enabling individuals to navigate challenges effectively. It fosters positive social
interactions, supports physical health, and plays a crucial role in achieving
personal fulfilment and satisfaction. Prioritizing mental health promotes a
balanced and fulfilling life, ensuring individuals can thrive in their personal and
professional pursuits
In the realm of mental health assessment, effective tools and methodologies play
a crucial role in understanding and managing individuals' well-being. This
project introduces a robust system designed to streamline the evaluation process
through structured questionnaires and advanced analytics, without being web-
based. Users begin by signing up into the platform using their personal details
such as name, age, and gender, ensuring personalized interactions tailored to
their demographics. Subsequently, users login using their username and
password, guided through standardized assessments like the Generalized Anxiety
Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) and the Patient Health Questionnaire 9-item
scale (PHQ-9). The PHQ-9 is a brief, self-administered questionnaire consisting
of nine items that correspond to the diagnostic criteria for major depressive
disorder in the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,
fourth edition,). It assesses the frequency and severity of depressive symptoms
over the past two weeks. Each item is scored on a scale from 0 to 3, and the total
score ranges from 0 to 27. Higher scores indicate more severe depressive
symptoms. The PHQ-9 is used in clinical practice and research to screen,
diagnose, monitor, and measure the severity of depression. It helps healthcare

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professionals make informed decisions about treatment options and
interventions. The GAD-7 is a brief, seven-item questionnaire designed to assess
the severity of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) symptoms over the past two
weeks. It evaluates common symptoms such as feeling nervous, anxious, or on
edge, as well as physical symptoms associated with anxiety. Each item is scored
on a scale from 0 to 3, and the total score ranges from 0 to 21. Similar to the
PHQ-9, higher scores indicate more severe symptoms. The GAD-7 is useful in
clinical settings to screen for GAD, monitor symptom severity over time, and
evaluate the effectiveness of treatments. These assessments are pivotal in
gauging anxiety and depression symptoms, providing a quantitative basis for
evaluating mental health status. The heart of the project lies in employing the
Random Forest machine learning algorithm to process. Random Forest is a
versatile and powerful machine learning algorithm known for its effectiveness in
both classification and regression tasks. It operates by constructing multiple
decision trees during training, where each tree is trained on a random subset of
the data and a random subset of features. This randomness helps to ensure
diversity among the trees and reduces the risk of overfitting. The algorithm
aggregates predictions from individual trees to make final predictions, typically
using the mode for classification or the mean for regression. Random Forests are
robust against noise and outliers, handle high-dimensional data well, and provide
insights into feature importance, aiding in understanding the underlying
relationships in the data. These qualities make Random Forests widely used
across various domains for tasks requiring accurate and interpretable predictions.
We fed the machine with dataset obtained from ―Kaggle.com‖ and provided
necessary functions for evaluating user responses from the questionnaires. This
sophisticated analytical approach enables the generation of personalized scores
that reflect the severity and nature of symptoms reported by the user.
Looking ahead, the project aims to expand its range by incorporating additional
validated psychometric tests, thereby broadening its applicability to various
mental health conditions and enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Future
developments will focus on integrating tools such as the Beck Depression
Inventory (BDI) and the Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN), among others, to
provide a more comprehensive assessment framework. By leveraging advanced
analytics and validated assessments, this project endeavours to empower
individuals to monitor their mental health proactively, facilitating early
intervention and informed decision-making in seeking appropriate support or
treatment.

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 Analysis
Dataset Machine Learning Model
Dataset (Random forest)
Training

Production

Result

Fig. 1 PROCESS OF MACHINE LEARNING

PREPARING THE DATASET

The dataset contains 783 records, which were classified into two main categories:
1. Depression
2. Anxiety
We structured the data by dropping unrequited columns, and introduced new
columns ―Anxiety_Level‖, ―Depression_Level‖, by mapping their GAD-7 scores
and PHQ-9 scores respectively using appropriate functions and standardized
score levels.

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 LITERATURE REVIEW
Title: Predicting the Utilization of Mental Health Treatment with Various
Machine Learning Algorithms
Author: MEERA SHARMA, SONOK MAHAPATRA, ADEETHYIA SHANKAR
Year: 2020
In 2017, about 792 million people (more than 10% of the global population) lived
their lives with a mental disorder [24] – 78 million of which committed suicide
because of it. In these unprecedented times of COVID-19, mental health
challenges have been even further exacerbated as home environments have been
proven to be major sources of the creation and worsening of poor mental health.
Additionally, proper diagnosis and treatment for people with mental health
disorders remains underdeveloped in modern-day’s society due to the widely
everpresent public stigma attached to caring about mental health. Recently there
have been attempts in the data science world to predict if a person is suicidal (and
other diagnostic approaches) yet all face major setbacks. To begin, big data has
many ethical issues related to privacy and reusability without permission—
especially in regards to using feeds from social media. Additionally, people
diagnosed with specific mental health conditions may not actually seek
treatment, so data may be incorrect. In this research, we address both of these
problems by using anonymous datasets to predict the answer to a different
question—whether or not people are seeking mental health treatment. We also
use a large variety of machine learning and deep learning classifiers and
predictive models to predict with a high accuracy rate through statistical analysis.
From our research, we were able to conclude that machine learning can be used
to predict likelihood of individuals seeking treatment with a high degree of
accuracy (76.3% - 82.5%) by utilizing a self-reported questionnaire. Similarly,
through a simple questionnaire that asks enough questions relevant to mental
health, machine learning should also be able to determine if the person requires
treatment. Despite stigma surrounding mental illness, individuals would be able
to utilize machine learning to determine the correct course of action for their
mental illness. As a result, these individuals would be more productive, reducing
social and economic costs at the tech workplace.

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Title: Prediction of Mental Disorder for employees in IT Industry
Author: Sandhya P, Mahek Kantesaria
Year: 2019
Mental health is nowadays a topic which is most frequently discussed when it
comes to research but least frequently discussed when it comes to the personal
life. The wellbeing of a person is the measure of mental health. The increasing
use of technology will lead to a lifestyle of less physical work. Also, the constant
pressure on an employee in any industry will make more vulnerable to mental
disorder. These vulnerabilities consist of peer pressure, anxiety attack,
depression, and many more. Here we have taken the dataset of the questionnaires
which were asked to an IT industry employee. Based on their answers the result
is derived. Here output will be that the person needs an attention or not. Different
machine learning techniques are used to get the results. This prediction also tells
us that it is very important for an IT employee to get the regular mental health
check up to tract their health. The employers should have a medical service
provided in their company and they should also give benefits for the affected
employees There are many suggestions that employers and employees could keep
in mind. Employers need to keep track of number of their employees having
mental disorder. Employers should allow flexible work environment with flexible
work scheduling and break timings. They should allow employees to work from
home or have flexible place of work.

Title: Artificial Intelligence for Mental Health and Mental Illnesses: an

Overview
Author: Sarah Graham & Colin Depp & Ellen E. Lee & Camille Nebeker & Xin
Tu Ho-Cheol Kim & Dilip V. Jeste
Year: 2019
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology holds both great promises to transform
mental healthcare and potential pitfalls. This article provides an overview of AI
and current applications in healthcare, a review of recent original research on AI
specific to mental health, and a discussion of how AI can supplement clinical
practice while considering its current limitations, areas needing additional
research, and ethical implications regarding AI technology. Recent Findings We

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reviewed 28 studies of AI and mental health that used electronic health records
(EHRs), mood rating scales, brain imaging data, novel monitoring systems (e.g.,
smartphone, video), and social media platforms to predict, classify, or subgroup
mental health illnesses including depression, schizophrenia or other psychiatric
illnesses, and suicide ideation and attempts. Collectively, these studies revealed
high accuracies and provided excellent examples of AI’s potential in mental
healthcare, but most should be considered early proof-of-concept works
demonstrating the potential of using machine learning (ML) algorithms to
address mental health questions, and which types of algorithms yield the best
performance. Summary As AI techniques continue to be refined and improved, it
will be possible to help mental health practitioners re-define mental illnesses
more objectively than currently done in the DSM-5, identify these illnesses at an
earlier or prodromal stage when interventions may be more effective, and
personalize treatments based on an individual’s unique characteristics. However,
caution is necessary in order to avoid overinterpreting preliminary results, and
more work is required to bridge the gap between AI in mental health research and
clinical care.

OBJECTIVE
The objective of this project is to develop a comprehensive system for assessing
and analyzing mental health using standardized questionnaires, namely the
Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) and the Patient Health
Questionnaire 9-item scale (PHQ-9). The system aims to provide users with
personalized evaluations of their anxiety and depression symptoms based on their
questionnaire responses. Utilizing the Random Forest machine learning
algorithm, the project seeks to enhance the accuracy and reliability of these
assessments. Ultimately, the goal is to empower individuals to monitor their
mental well-being proactively, guiding them towards appropriate interventions or
support as needed. The project also aims to maintain user privacy and
confidentiality throughout the process, ensuring secure handling of sensitive
information.

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 METHODOLOGY

Problem Data Data

Definition Collection Preprocessing

Model Model Feature

Training Selection Engineering

Model Model
Evaluation Validation Deployment

Fig. 2 WORK FLOW DIAGRAM OF MODEL

Problem definition: This is the very first step, it includes identifying and
understanding the problem. This step sets the stage for the entire project and
ensures the consecutive steps are aligned with the identified issue/problem. In our
case we had to understand the impact of anxiety and depression on mainly young
adults. We had to learn about the various standardized tests and their scoring
schemes.
In summary, the problem definition phase involved a deep dive into the impact of
anxiety and depression on young adults. By comprehensively understanding the
nature of these conditions and the tools available for their assessment, we

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established a solid groundwork for our project. This phase ensures that all
subsequent steps are directed towards addressing the identified issues, ultimately
contributing to the well-being of young adults.
Data Collection: This step involves searching and collecting relevant datasets,
which would be later used for training and testing the implemented model. In this
step, raw and unprocessed data is collected from various websites. We had to
look through a lot of websites, as there are very limited numbers of datasets were
available of mental health surveys, relevant to our specific tests.
Overall, the data collection step was a meticulous and iterative process, involving
thorough research, evaluation, and collaboration. The resulting datasets formed
the foundation for the subsequent steps of pre-processing, training, and testing
the mental health model, ultimately contributing to the development of a robust
and reliable tool for mental health analysis.
Data Pre-processing: Data pre-processing deals with data cleaning, data
transformation and data splitting. Data cleaning basically refers to the step, in
which we deal with missing values or unexpected values (NaN values). Data
transformation refers to transforming and manipulating data according to
requirements, for e.g., normalizing or standardizing the data, handling categorical
variables, and creating new features if necessary. Splitting data involves splitting
the processed data set into training set and testing set. We replaced missing
values with the median value and encoded categorical columns(like gender) into
Boolean values for better classifications. We split the processed data in the ratio
8(train):2(test).
Feature Engineering: Feature engineering involves feature selection, encoding
categorical variables, and scaling features creating new features or modifying
existing ones to improve the performance of the model. We selected relevant
features like GAD Score, PHQ Score ,age and gender. Encoded the gender
column for easy computation.
In conclusion, feature engineering is a crucial step in the data pre-processing
phase of machine learning. It involves transforming raw data into meaningful
features that better represent the underlying problem to predictive models,
resulting in improved model performance.
Model Selection: Choosing the appropriate machine learning algorithm(s) for
the task .Comparing different algorithms based on performance metrics,

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considering linear models, decision trees, SVMs etc. We implemented various
models like, linear regression, SVM, random Forest etc., tested their accuracy
and chose the model producing highest accuracy (in our case random forest).
Model Training: Training the selected model(s) using the prepared data,
splitting the data into training and validation sets, fitting the model to the training
data, and tuning hyper parameters. We split the data into train-test model in the
ratio 8:2.
Model Evaluation: Assessing the performance of the trained model(s) using
validation data. Calculating metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score,
and using cross-validation. Machine learning models like linear regression,
logistic regression were providing low accuracy ,whereas SVM and random
forest were providing higher accuracy , random forest provided accuracy
score(1.0) for anxiety and (0.99) for depression.
Validate the Model: Evaluation of the final model on the test set to get an
unbiased estimate of its performance. Report relevant performance metrics and
compare them to the baseline. Validating the model involves a thorough
evaluation on a test set, reporting comprehensive performance metrics, and
comparing these metrics to a baseline model. This process ensures that the final
model is reliable, robust, and ready for deployment.
Deploy the Model: Deploying the model into a production environment (e.g., a
web service, mobile app). Continuously monitoring the model's performance in
the real world and collect new data for re-training if necessary.

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 PROJECT REQUIREMENT
Requirements are basic constraints that are required to develop a system.
Requirements are gathered while designing the system. The following are the
requirements that are to be discussed:
1. Functional Requirements
2. Non Functional Requirements
3. Technical Requirements
a) Software Requirements
b) Hardware Requirements
FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The software requirements specification
is a technical specification of requirements for the software product. It is the first
step in the requirements analysis process. It lists requirements of a particular
software system. The following details to follow the special libraries like sk-
learn, pandas, matplotlib and seaborn.
NON FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Process of functional steps:
I. Problem define
II. Preparing data
III. Evaluating algorithms
IV. Improving results
V. Prediction the result
Technical Requirements:
a) SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:
Operating System: Windows
Tool: Anaconda with VS code, PyCharm
b) HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:
Processor: Pentium IV/III
Hard disk: minimum 80 GB
RAM: minimum 2 GB

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 SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION
ANACONDA:
Anaconda is a free and open-source distribution of the Python and R
programming languages for scientific computing (data science, machine learning
applications, large-scale data processing, predictive analytics, etc.), that aims to
simplify package management and deployment. Package versions are managed
by the package management system ―Conda‖. Anaconda distribution comes
with more than 1,400 packages as well as the Conda package and virtual
environment manager called Anaconda Navigator and it eliminates the need to
learn to install each library independently. Custom packages can be made using
the conda build command, and can be shared with others by uploading them to
Anaconda Cloud, PyPI or other repositories. The default installation of
Anaconda2 includes Python 2.7 and Anaconda3 includes Python 3.7.

ANACONDA NAVIGATOR:
Anaconda Navigator is a desktop graphical user interface (GUI) included in
Anaconda® distribution that allows you to launch applications and easily manage
conda packages, environments, and channels without using command-line
commands. Navigator can search for packages on Anaconda.org or in a local
Anaconda Repository.
Data scientists often use multiple versions of many packages and use multiple
environments to separate these different versions 28.The command-line program
conda is both a package manager and an environment manager. This helps data
scientists ensure that each version of each package has all the dependencies it
requires and works correctly.
The following applications are available by default in Navigator:
⮚ JupyterLab
⮚ Jupyter Notebook
⮚ Spyder
⮚ PyCharm
⮚ VSCode
⮚ Glueviz
⮚ Orange 3 App
⮚ Rstudio
⮚ Anaconda Prompt (Windows only)
⮚ Anaconda PowerShell (Windows only)

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 Fig.3 ANACONDA NAVIGATOR

PyCharm:

PyCharm is a popular integrated development environment (IDE) specifically

designed for Python programming. Developed by JetBrains, PyCharm provides a
comprehensive set of tools and features to help developers write, debug, and
deploy Python code efficiently.

Key features of PyCharm include:

1. Code Editor: A powerful code editor with syntax highlighting, code

completion, and intelligent code suggestions that enhance productivity.

2. Debugger: Built-in debugger for Python code, allowing developers to debug

their programs, set breakpoints, and inspect variables and expressions during
runtime.

3. Integrated Terminal: An integrated terminal within the IDE for executing

Python scripts, running commands, and managing virtual environments.

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4. Version Control: Seamless integration with version control systems like Git,
providing tools for committing, branching, merging, and viewing changes
directly from within the IDE.

5. Code Navigation: Advanced code navigation capabilities, including quick

navigation to classes, functions, and symbols, as well as refactoring tools for
improving code structure.

6. Code Analysis: Built-in code analysis tools that provide warnings, suggestions,
and errors to help maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards.

VS CODE:

Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a lightweight and versatile source-code editor
developed by Microsoft. It is renowned for its ease of use, extensibility, and
powerful features that cater to a wide range of programming languages and
frameworks.

Key features of Visual Studio Code include:

1. Intuitive Interface: A clean and user-friendly interface that allows developers

to focus on writing code without distractions.

2. Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, ensuring

consistent functionality across different operating systems.

3. Extensibility: Extensive support for extensions and plugins, enabling

developers to customize and enhance the editor's functionality to suit their
specific needs. Extensions cover areas such as language support, debugging, and
version control integration.

4. Intelligent Code Editing: Features like syntax highlighting, code completion,

and IntelliSense (context-aware code suggestions) help developers write code
faster and with fewer errors.

5. Integrated Terminal: Built-in terminal window for running commands, scripts,

and managing development tasks without leaving the editor.

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6. Version Control Integration: Seamless integration with Git and other version
control systems, allowing for easy management of code repositories, including
viewing changes, committing, and branching.

7. Debugging: Built-in debugging support for various programming languages

and frameworks, with features like breakpoints, variable inspection, and call
stack navigation.

PYTHON:

Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its

simplicity, readability, and versatility. Developed in the late 1980s by Guido van
Rossum, Python has since become one of the most popular languages among
developers worldwide.
Key characteristics and features of Python include:

1. Easy-to-Read Syntax: Python's syntax is designed to be intuitive and readable,

making it accessible for beginners and efficient for experienced developers.

2. Interpreted and Dynamically Typed: Python is an interpreted language,

meaning code is executed line by line by an interpreter without the need for
compilation. It is dynamically typed, allowing variables to be assigned without
declaring their type explicitly.

3. Extensive Standard Library: Python comes with a vast standard library that
provides modules and packages for tasks ranging from file I/O and networking to
web development and data manipulation.

4. Support for Multiple Paradigms: Python supports multiple programming

paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming
styles, offering flexibility in coding approaches.

5. Platform Independence: Python is platform-independent, meaning code written

in Python can run on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and
Linux, without modification.

6. Scalability and Performance: While Python is known for its ease of use and
rapid development, it also offers scalability and performance optimizations
through techniques like code optimization, parallel processing, and integration
with compiled languages.

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 IMPLEMENTATION

user fetch
User User User
signup Database login
details details

User database

Yes Login details ==

database details

Question
selection
window

PHQ 9 GAD 7
Questionnaire Database Questionnaire

Questionnaire database
scores

Scores Scores
scores

Database

Score Database
Trained
Trained Predictive analysis Anxiety
Depression Model
Model
Result pdf
Report User
Generation

Fig. 4 IMPLEMENTATION FLOWCHART

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Step 1:- Users signup providing necessary details namely username, password,
gender, age.
Step 2:- The provided details are stored in a text file name datasheet2.txt.
Step 3:- The user logs in providing correct user name and password and in case
of mismatch error message is displayed.
Step 4:- After successfully logging in the user is navigated to the question
selection window In the question selection window brief information about both
the tests are provided. The user selects the test they want to appear for and the
control shifts to the required questionnaire accordingly.
Step 5: The questions are fetched from the questions database (gad7.py, phq.py)
and the user is scored according to the standardized scoring schemes of GAD7
and PHQ9 questionnaires based on their answers and their scores are stored in a
text file names scores.txt
Step 6:- The scores along with gender and age details are sent to the respective
Anxiety Prediction and Depression Prediction models where the scores are
analysed and Depression/Anxiety levels are predicted.
Step 7:- A detailed report along with suggestions and anxiety/depression graph
plot is provided to the user.

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 RESULT AND DISCUSSION
Sign in window

Sign up window

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Successful login

Question Selection Window

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GAD – 7 Question Window

PHQ – 9 Question Window

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Score Analysis Window

Stored Result

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Generated Report

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 Questionnaire and scoring scheme for PHQ-9:-
PHQ-9 Not at Several More than Nearly
all days half the days every day

1. Little interest or pleasure in doing things. 0 1 2 3

2. Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless. 0 1 2 3
3. Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping 0 1 2 3
too much.
4. Feeling tired or having little energy. 0 1 2 3
5. Poor appetite or overeating. 0 1 2 3
6. Feeling bad about yourself – or that you are a 0 1 2 3
failure or have let yourself or your family down.
7. Trouble concentrating on things, such as 0 1 2 3
reading the newspaper or watching television.

8. Moving or speaking so slowly that other 0 1 2 3

people could have noticed. Or the opposite –
being so fidgety or restless that you have been
moving around a lot more than usual.
9. Thoughts that you would be better off dead, or 0 1 2 3
of hurting yourself in some way.

Questionnaire and scoring scheme for GAD-7 :-

GAD-7 Not at Several Over half the Nearly
All days days every day
sure
1. Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge. 0 1 2 3
2. Not being able to stop or control worrying. 0 1 2 3
3. Worrying too much about different things. 0 1 2 3
4. Trouble relaxing 0 1 2 3
5. Being so restless that it’s hard to sit still. 0 1 2 3
6. Becoming easily annoyed or irritable. 0 1 2 3
7. Feeling afraid as if something awful might 0 1 2 3
happen.

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 CONCLUSION AND FUTURE WORK
Conclusion:
This project mainly focuses on determining levels of mental health disorders
namely anxiety, depression in young adults. Depression and anxiety are very
common among young adults, early detection helps in proving early treatment as
well. Our model follows standardized GAD-7 and PHQ-9 scoring schemes and
takes into consideration other parameters like age, gender to determine the level
of anxiety/depression of an individual. Automated scoring reduces risks of
manual errors like manual scoring, increases time efficiency as there is no need
to book an appointment, be physically present in a particular place etc. The report
generated can be given to the psychologist or psychiatrist and treatment can be
started early.
In conclusion, our project leverages the power of automated scoring and
comprehensive assessment to address the critical issue of mental health disorders
among young adults. By ensuring early detection and facilitating timely
intervention, we hope to make a significant positive impact on the mental health
landscape. Our vision of a globally accessible application, enriched with a variety
of mental health tests and supported by a network of mental health professionals,
aims to guide individuals towards the appropriate treatment and support they
need.
Future Work:
To further enhance the impact of our model, we plan to integrate it with existing
health systems and electronic health records. This will streamline the process of
sharing assessment results with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless
continuity of care. We also intend to expand the range of mental health
assessments available within our application. Including tests for other mental
health conditions will provide a more holistic approach to mental health
evaluation. Partnering with mental health professionals will be crucial in refining
our model and ensuring its efficacy. Their expertise will guide the development
of interventions and support systems tailored to the needs of individuals
diagnosed through our application. Educating users about mental health and
providing resources for self-help and professional support will be integral to our
mission. We aim to empower individuals with knowledge and tools to manage
their mental health proactively.

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Books:
 Modern Tkinter for Busy Python Developers (by Mark Roseman)
 Tkinter GUI Programming by Example (by David Love)
 Machine Learning For Absolute Beginners: A Plain English
Introduction (Second Edition) (by Oliver Theobald.)
Links:
 https://www.google.co.in/
 https://en.wikipedia.org/
 https://www.javatpoint.com/python-tkinter
 https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/python-programming-language/
 https://www.kaggle.com/datasets/shahzadahmad0402/depression-and-
anxiety-data
 https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/machine-learning/

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