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Postpartum depression
There is no single test to diagnose postpartum depression. Your doctor may have you complete a questionnaire at your office visit to look for signs of depression or risks for depression.Sometimes depression following pregnancy can be related to ot...
Source:ADAM
Date:August 24, 2008
Postpartum Depression
There is no diagnostic test for postpartum depression. However, it is important to understand that it is, nonetheless, a real illness, and like a physical ailment, it has specific symptoms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Postpartum Depression
There is no specific diagnostic test for PPD. However, it is important to understand that PPD is a bona fide illness, and that it has specific symptoms, the same as a physical condition.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Postpartum depression
This is a simple and short 10-question scale. A score of 12 or greater on the EPDS is considered high risk for postpartum depression.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
Postpartum Depression
Diagnosis of postpartum depression can be made through a clinical interview with the patient to assess symptoms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Tests Articles

Beck Depression Inventory
The Beck Depression Inventory(BDI) is a series of questions developed to measure the intensity, severity, and depth of depression in patients with psychiatric diagnoses. Its long form is composed of 21 questions, each designed to assess a specific...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
What You Should Know About Depression
People who are depressed have a cluster of symptoms characterized by sadness and a profound lack of energy and well-being.
Source:StayWell
Hamilton Depression Scale
The Hamilton Depression Scale(HDS or HAMD) is a test measuring the severity of depressive symptoms in individuals, often those who have already been diagnosed as having a depressive disorder. It is sometimes known as the Hamilton Rating Scale for ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Psychological Tests
Psychological tests are written, visual, or verbal evaluations administered to assess the cognitive and emotional functioning of children and adults.Psychological tests are used to assess a variety of mental abilities and attributes, including ach...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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