Depression Checklist
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This checklist is designed as a measure of disorder symptomatology. It must be interpreted in the context of individual client circumstances and as such should be used only in combination with a comprehensive medical and clinical assessment. It is NOT a stand-alone diagnostic tool.
This checklist is designed as a measure of disorder symptomatology. It must be interpreted in the context of individual client circumstances and as such should be used only in combination with a comprehensive medical and clinical assessment. It is NOT a stand-alone diagnostic tool.
Feeling low, irritable or appearing tearful
Reduced interest or pleasure in most activities
Marked increase or decrease in appetite, or significant weight loss
Difficulties sleeping and waking
Increased agitation or lethargy
Fatigue
Feeling worthless or guilty
Less able to make decisions or concentrate
Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide
If a patient has experienced 5 or more of these symptoms most of the day, nearly every day, over at least a 2-week period, they may be experiencing a Major Depressive Episode.
In this case, it is recommended that they be referred to a psychologist for a more comprehensive assessment. To book an appointment with a psychologist, contact Strategic Psychology on (02) 6262 6157 or email support@strategicpsychology.com.au.
Reference: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM-5). Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association.