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Depression screening (questionnaires)

Mental Health

Adults (18+)Periodic (implementation varies)2-5 minutes

A brief questionnaire can help identify depression so support and treatment can start earlier.

Guidance for your location

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Recommended Age
Adults (18+)
Frequency
Periodic (implementation varies)
Duration
2-5 minutes

Overview

Depression screening is usually done with short, validated questionnaires (for example, PHQ-2 and PHQ-9 equivalents). Screening does not diagnose depression on its own, but it can flag symptoms that merit a conversation, follow-up evaluation, and support. In primary care, screening is most helpful when a clinic has systems to ensure positive screens lead to timely assessment and care.

Who Should Get This Screening

  • Adults as part of routine primary care in settings with supports for diagnosis and follow-up.
  • People with mood symptoms, low interest, changes in sleep/appetite, low energy, or difficulty concentrating should discuss this with a clinician even if not formally screened.
  • Pregnancy and postpartum are common times to screen (practice varies).
  • If you feel unsafe or are having thoughts of self-harm, use urgent local support options.

What to Expect

You answer a short set of questions about mood and related symptoms. If the score is elevated, your clinician will ask follow-up questions and discuss next steps.

How to Prepare

Follow these tips to prepare for your screening

  • No special preparation. Answer as honestly as you can.

Benefits

  • Helps detect depression earlier, including when symptoms are not volunteered.
  • Can open the door to support and treatment options.
  • Scores can help track symptoms over time.

Things to Consider

  • A positive screen can be upsetting; it is a starting point, not a diagnosis.
  • False positives and false negatives can occur.
  • Privacy concerns are common; ask how responses are documented and who can view them.

Guideline Source: USPSTF depression screening (see Guidance for your location section above)

This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.