Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
A ten-item scale used to screen for depression symptoms in the period after childbirth. It is a screening tool only — it does not diagnose depression.
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- Estimated time
- 4 min
- 10 questions
- 10
- Instrument version
- 1.0
- Time frame
- The last 2 weeks
About this assessment
A ten-item scale used to screen for depression symptoms in the period after childbirth. It is a screening tool only — it does not diagnose depression.
Developed by: Cox JL, Holden JM, Sagovsky R. Detection of postnatal depression: development of the 10-item Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale. Br J Psychiatry. 1987;150:782-786.
Published in: https://www.epds.co.uk
Source & development: EPDS is copyright EPDS Ltd (epds.co.uk). A licence is required for use in commercial applications; no licence has been obtained. Disabled until documented in docs/LICENSES.md.
This assessment is an informational screening tool, not a medical diagnosis. Results are based on your responses and should not replace evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional.