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Psychiatric Rating Scales

Standard screening tools for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and bipolar disorder.

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Patient Health Questionnaire-9

Screens for depression severity over the past 2 weeks

Depression

1. Little interest or pleasure in doing things

2. Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless

3. Trouble falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much

4. Feeling tired or having little energy

5. Poor appetite or overeating

6. Feeling bad about yourself or that you are a failure

7. Trouble concentrating on things

8. Moving or speaking slowly, or being fidgety/restless

9. Thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself

Score & Interpretation

0/27
Minimal depression
027

Interpretation Key

0-4: Minimal depression
5-9: Mild depression
10-14: Moderate depression
15-19: Moderately severe depression
20-27: Severe depression
Clinical Disclaimer
These screening tools are for clinical reference only. A positive screen does not constitute a diagnosis. Clinical judgment and comprehensive evaluation are required. These tools should be administered and interpreted by qualified healthcare professionals.

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