What are the limitations of the EPDS (Postnatal Depression)?

While the EPDS (Postnatal Depression) is highly validated, it should not replace clinical judgment. OpiCalc provides the latest evidence-based limitations for the EPDS (Postnatal Depression) to ensure safe bedside use and optimal diagnostic accuracy.

How does the EPDS (Postnatal Depression) compare to other Psychiatry scores?

The EPDS (Postnatal Depression) is a gold-standard diagnostic tool. OpiCalc provides side-by-side clinical guidance to help clinicians choose the most specific evidence-based tool for their patient's presentation.

Is the EPDS (Postnatal Depression) free to use?

Yes. OpiCalc provides the EPDS (Postnatal Depression) completely ad-free and optimized for mobile bedside use, ensuring you can calculate medical risk swiftly and without distraction.

EPDS (Postnatal Depression)

EPDS: Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale. Validated peripartum screen for use from week 28 of pregnancy through 12 months postpartum. Self-rated; 10 items scored 0–3. Threshold ≥ 13.

In the past 7 days:

1. I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things.

2. I have looked forward with enjoyment to things.

3. I have blamed myself unnecessarily when things went wrong.

4. I have been anxious or worried for no good reason.

5. I have felt scared or panicky for no good reason.

6. Things have been getting on top of me.

7. I have been so unhappy that I have had difficulty sleeping.

8. I have felt sad or miserable.

9. I have been so unhappy that I have been crying.

10. The thought of harming myself has occurred to me. (Item 10 — always assess directly)

No clinical reference data available.