Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D)

To be administered by a health care professional

The HAM-D is designed to rate the severity of depression in patients. Although it contains 21 areas, the patient score is calculated on the first 17 answers.

Total Items 1 to 17

Complete the first 17 questions to see the score and severity range.

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Scoring range for items 1 to 17
  • 0 - 7 = Normal
  • 8 - 13 = Mild Depression
  • 14 - 18 = Moderate Depression
  • 19 - 22 = Severe Depression
  • ≥ 23 = Very Severe Depression