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Depression Screening Tool: PHQ-9 Test Specifications
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The Depression Screening Tool: PHQ-9 Test app is based on the current American Psychiatric Associations gold standard in depression testing.
The Depression Screening Tool: PHQ-9 Test app is based on the current American Psychiatric Associations gold standard in depression testing. The PHQ-9 is one of the most validated tools in the field of mental health and is widely used by physicians and psychiatrists in both diagnosing and monitoring patient response to treatments. The test is based on the criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders for major depressive disorder.
Advantages of the PHQ-9:
Shorter than other depression rating scales
Can be administered in person by a clinician, by telephone, or self-administered