Quickly screen for depression using the standardized PHQ-9 template. This template calculates the total score based on the individual answers and automatically provides the corresponding assessment.

The PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) is a widely used screening tool for depression. It consists of nine questions that align with the diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorder in the DSM. Each item asks about the frequency of symptoms, such as low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, or sleep problems, over the past two weeks. Responses are scored from 0 ("not at all") to 3 ("nearly every day"), with total scores ranging from 0 to 27. The PHQ-9 helps clinicians assess the severity of depression, monitor changes over time, and guide treatment decisions.