PHQ-9 – Patient Depression Questionnaire
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[pullquote]The PHQ-9 is a validated tool to assess for depression.[/pullquote]
Formula :
Points are given for each variable.
Explanation of Result :
1-4 : Minimal depression
5-9 : Mild depression
10-14 : Moderate depression
15-19 : Moderately severe depression
20-27 : Severe depression
* Please verify all calculations prior to clinical use.