Interactive Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)

The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)

(J L Cox, J M. Holden, R Sagovsky – 1987)

This 10-item self-report measure is designed to screen for symptoms of emotional distress during pregnancy and the postnatal period.

Important: The EPDS is a screening tool, not a diagnostic tool. It must always be used in conjunction with clinical assessment.

This scale asks about feelings over the past 7 days. It may need to be repeated later as clinically warranted.

Item 10: This question asks about thoughts of self-harm. If you score 1, 2, or 3 on this item (meaning you have had these thoughts), it is crucial to discuss this immediately with your GP, midwife, or healthcare provider to ensure your safety and the safety of your baby.

Please select the option that comes closest to how you have felt in the PAST SEVEN DAYS.

1

I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things:

2

I have looked forward with enjoyment to things:

3

*I have blamed myself unnecessarily when things went wrong:

4

I have been anxious or worried for no good reason:

5

*I have felt scared or panicky for no very good reason:

6

*Things have been getting on top of me:

7

*I have been so unhappy that I have had difficulty sleeping:

8

*I have felt sad or miserable:

9

*I have been so unhappy that I have been crying:

10

*The thought of harming myself has occurred to me:

Your EPDS Score

IMPORTANT: Because you indicated having thoughts of harming yourself (Item 10), further evaluation is required immediately. Please tell your GP, midwife, or healthcare provider about these thoughts today to ensure your safety and the safety of your baby.

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