What is the PHQ-2 used for?

PHQ-2 asks about depressed mood and anhedonia over the past 2 weeks (score 0-6). A score of 3 or more has sensitivity 83% and specificity 90% for major depression, prompting full PHQ-9.

How often should depression screening occur?

USPSTF recommends screening adults at least annually. More frequent screening is appropriate for those with risk factors or previous depressive episodes.

What is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale?

EPDS is a 10-item validated screen for perinatal depression. A score of 10 or more suggests possible depression; 13 or more is a common cutoff for likely major depression warranting clinical evaluation.

Annual Depression Screening Protocol (PHQ-2/PHQ-9)

Annual depression screening for all adults per USPSTF Grade B. PHQ-2 is a 2-item first-step screen; score of 3 or more prompts full PHQ-9. Perinatal women should be screened with Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS).

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How often should depression screening occur?

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