How to Use the Hospital Anxiety & Depression Scale
The hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS) is a self-assessment screening questionnaire. The scoring provides information on the potential presence as well as the severity of anxiety and/or depression disorders. While it is used in hospitals, it is also used in private practices. This scale along with a clinical examination is used for diagnosis.
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Instructions
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Complete the HADS questionnaire. It will take you between two and five minutes to complete. You'll answer seven questions about anxiety and seven about depression.
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Answer the questions based on your feelings over the past week. For better assessment, your physician may repeat the test at weekly intervals.
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Answer the questions honestly so that your physician can determine your psychological outlook in terms of your work and/or home life.
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Share specific details with your physician in terms of your answers to the HADS questionnaire. This will help your doctor provide a clear diagnosis of your mental health state.
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Tips & Warnings
Your answers will correspond to a numerical value for each question, with the ratings of 3, 2, 1 or 0. A total score of 0 to 7 indicates that you do not have anxiety or depression. Borderline cases score between 8 and 10, and definite cases have a score of 11 and above.
If you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, seek medical advice and treatment. If you or a loved one have thoughts of suicide, seek emergency treatment.
