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Geriatric depression scale (GDS)

The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) is a simple, 30-item, yes/no questionnaire that can be helpful in identifying possible depression among elderly people.

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The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) is a 30-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess the presence and severity of depression in the elderly. It can be completed by individuals aged 65 and older and is used as a screening tool to identify people who may have depression.

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Questions for Geriatric depression scale (GDS)

Questions

1.

Are you basically satisfied with your life?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
2.

Have you dropped many of your activities and interests?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
3.

Do you feel that your life is empty?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
4.

Do you often get bored?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
5.

Are you hopeful about the future?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
6.

Are you bothered by thoughts you can’t get out of your head?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
7.

Are you in good spirits most of the time?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
8.

Are you afraid that something bad is going to happen to you?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
9.

Do you feel happy most of the time?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
10.

Do you often feel helpless?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
11.

Do you often get restless and fidgety?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
12.

Do you prefer to stay at home, rather than going out and doing new things?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
13.

Do you frequently worry about the future?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
14.

Do you feel you have more problems with memory than most?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
15.

Do you think it is wonderful to be alive now?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
16.

Do you often feel downhearted and blue?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
17.

Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
18.

Do you worry a lot about the past?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
19.

Do you find life very exciting?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
20.

Is it hard for you to get started on new projects?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
21.

Do you feel full of energy?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
22.

Do you feel that your situation is hopeless?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
23.

Do you think that most people are better off than you are?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
24.

Do you frequently get upset over little things?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
25.

Do you frequently feel like crying?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
26.

Do you have trouble concentrating?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
27.

Do you enjoy getting up in the morning?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
28.

Do you prefer to avoid social gatherings?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
29.

Is it easy for you to make decisions?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No
30.

Is your mind as clear as it used to be?

The answer should be a single choice:
  1. Yes
  2. No

Scales Similar to Geriatric depression scale (GDS)

  • Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia (CSDD)
  • Geriatric Depression Scale-15 (GDS-15)
  • Geriatric Depression Scale-30 (GDS-30)
  • Yesavage Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-Y)
  • Geriatric Mental State (GMS)

Here are some FAQs and additional information
on Geriatric depression scale (GDS)

What is the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)?

The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) is a widely used tool for screening for depression in older adults. The GDS consists of 30 self-report items which assess for the presence of depressive symptoms. The GDS is widely used in research settings and clinical practice to identify individuals who may be at risk for depression and should be further evaluated.

How is the GDS scored?

The GDS is scored by summing the responses to the 30 items.

What is the range of scores for the GDS?

The GDS has a range of 0-30, with higher scores indicating more severe depression.

How often should the GDS be administered?

The GDS can be administered as often as needed. It is often used as a screening tool and is typically administered at regular intervals, such as annually, to monitor for changes in depressive symptoms.

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